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jeopardize

verb

/ˈdʒepərdaɪz/

Meaning

to put something at risk of being damaged or destroyed

To put something into a situation of risk or danger.

His reckless behavior could jeopardize his career.

Reckless driving can jeopardize lives.

jeopardize the future

endanger, threaten, risk, compromise, imperil

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endanger, threaten, risk, compromise, imperil

Entry 2

endanger, risk, imperil, threaten, compromise

protect, safeguard, secure, preserve, defend

Entry 1

protect, safeguard, secure, preserve, defend

Entry 2

protect, safeguard, secure

jeopardize safety, jeopardize career, jeopardize chances, jeopardize relationship, jeopardize lives, jeopardize future, jeopardize health

Entry 1

jeopardize safety, jeopardize career, jeopardize chances, jeopardize relationship

Entry 2

jeopardize lives, jeopardize career, jeopardize future, jeopardize health

To encourage or motivate someone to take action.

to accept, admit, or recognize the truth or existence of something

to catch up with and pass someone or something; to come upon suddenly

to be disloyal to someone or reveal something in violation of trust

to determine the total number of something

to persuade or coax someone by using flattery or smooth talk