 jeopardize |
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| 1. | [ verb ] pose a threat to; present a danger to | |
| Synonyms: | threaten endanger menace imperil jeopardise peril | |
| Examples: | "The pollution is endangering the crops" |
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| Related terms: | exist hazard riskiness | |
| 2. | [ verb ] put at risk | |
| Synonyms: | stake hazard adventure venture | |
| Examples: | "I will stake my good reputation for this" |
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| Related terms: | risk hazard speculation adventurer | |
| Similar spelling: |
jeopardise jeopardy |
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