Jeopardise (Verb)
Meaning
Pose a threat to; present a danger to; "The pollution is endangering the crops".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The chemicals released by the factory jeopardise the local wildlife and the nearby water supply.
- The hackers' actions jeopardise national security by exposing sensitive information.
- The driver's reckless behaviour jeopardises the safety of other people on the road.
- Climate change jeopardises the long-term survival of polar bears in the Arctic region.
- Malnutrition jeopardises the health of millions of children in poverty-stricken areas worldwide.