precarious

adjective

Dangerously lacking in security or stability.

adjective

Subject to chance or unknown conditions.

adjective

Based on uncertain, unwarranted, or unproved premises.

adjective

Dependent on the will or favor of another.

Dependent on the will or pleasure of another; liable to be lost or withdrawn at the will of another; hence, uncertain; insecure.

Specifically, in law, of uncertain tenure; revocable at the will of the owner or creator: as, a precarious right or loan.

Dependent only upon the will of the owner or originator; hence, arbitrary; unfounded.

Dependent upon chance; of doubtful issue; uncertain as to result.

Hence Dangerous; hazardous; exposed to positive peril, risk of misunderstanding, or other hazard.

adjective

Depending on the will or pleasure of another; held by courtesy; liable to be changed or lost at the pleasure of another.