adj.
Pronunciation: pri- ' ker- ē - ə s
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin precarius obtained by entreaty, uncertain ― more at PRAYER
Date: 1646
1 : depending on the will or pleasure of another
2 : dependent on uncertain premises : DUBIOUS < precarious generalizations>
3 a : dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments b : characterized by a lack of security or stability that threatens with danger
synonyms see DANGEROUS
– pre · car · i · ous · ly adverb
– pre · car · i · ous · ness noun