riskychoice

noun
UK /ˈrɪski tʃɔɪs/
US /ˈrɪski tʃɔɪs/

A risky choice is a decision that might cause trouble.

Choosing to skip your homework to play games was a risky choice.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A pick that could lead to a bad result.

Picking the fastest but wildest horse was a risky choice.

3. Something you decide to do even though it might not work out.

Telling the truth about the broken vase was a risky choice, but it was right.

4. A bet or action with an uncertain outcome.

Investing all his pocket money in one toy was a risky choice.