Word Knowledge · Question 23

Question 23 of 280

The old footbridge is in a precarious condition and should not be crossed. Precarious means

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Correct answer to question 23 (Word Knowledge): unstable

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Precarious means insecure and liable to fail at any moment, so unstable fits a bridge that should not be crossed.

Updated: November 2026

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