precarious
含义: Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse; dependent on uncertain circumstances.
Precarious describes situations, positions, or conditions that are unstable and could deteriorate at any moment. It can refer to physical instability (a precarious ledge) or figurative vulnerability (a precarious financial situation). The word carries a strong sense of risk and anxiety. It collocates with 'position,' 'situation,' 'balance,' 'existence,' and 'state.'
例句
- The company's precarious financial position made further investment unlikely. 该公司岌岌可危的财务状况使进一步投资变得不太可能。La precaria situación financiera de la empresa hacía improbable cualquier inversión adicional.その会社の不安定な財務状況により、追加投資は見込みがありませんでした。그 회사의 불안정한 재정 상태로 인해 추가 투자가 어려웠습니다.
- She maintained a precarious balance on the narrow stone wall above the river. 她在河上方狭窄的石墙上保持着危险的平衡。Mantenía un equilibrio precario sobre el estrecho muro de piedra que se alzaba sobre el río.彼女は川の上にある狭い石壁の上で危うい均衡を保っていました。그녀는 강 위 좁은 돌담 위에서 위태로운 균형을 유지하고 있었습니다.
- Many workers in the gig economy face a precarious existence without guaranteed hours or benefits. 许多零工经济从业者面临着没有保障工时和福利的不稳定生活。Muchos trabajadores de la economía colaborativa afrontan una existencia precaria, sin horas garantizadas ni prestaciones.ギグエコノミーで働く多くの人々は、保証された勤務時間や福利厚生のない不安定な生活に直面しています。긱 이코노미에서 일하는 많은 노동자들은 보장된 근무 시간이나 복리후생 없이 불안정한 생활에 직면하고 있습니다.
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语境: general, academic, media
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From Latin precarius (obtained by prayer or entreaty, hence uncertain, dependent on another's will), from prex, precis (prayer). Entered English in the mid-17th century.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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