Definition of Perilous

full of danger

Examples of Perilous in a sentence

Since the journey is perilous, be sure to bring a first-aid kit.  🔊

We will need an experienced guide to help us avoid the dangers of the perilous trip.  🔊

Because William is an adventurer, he enjoys perilous activities like skydiving and bungee jumping.  🔊

You should avoid driving during the snowstorm because the icy roads are perilous.  🔊

When I saw the store manager put the caution sign on the floor, I knew I was walking into a perilous area.  🔊

Putting out wildfires is a very perilous job.  🔊

Although teenagers are eager to get their drivers’ licenses, they do not always realize driving is a perilous activity that could end in someone’s death.  🔊

The lone policeman found himself in the perilous situation of being surrounded by a dangerous motorcycle gang.  🔊

In Jim’s book, he describes his perilous life as a fireman.  🔊

Only an extremely brave soldier would volunteer for such a perilous mission.  🔊

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