jeopardize — to put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒepərˌdaɪz/
Korean meaning: 위험에 빠뜨리다, 위태롭게 하다
Korean pronunciation: **제**퍼다이즈
Example Sentences
- Don't jeopardize your friendship over a pizza topping argument!
- The company's unethical practices could jeopardize its reputation.
- He refused to jeopardize his family's security for a risky investment.
jeopardize
VERB//ˈdʒepərˌdaɪz//
to put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure
A careless crane operator jeopardizes his coworkers' safety at the construction site
Don't compromise your enterprise, or jeopardize your future!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'jeu parti' meaning 'an uncertain or even game,' combining 'jeu' (game) and 'parti' (divided/risky). The term originally referred to a situation with equal chances of winning or losing, later evolving to mean putting something at risk.
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📝Examples
“Don't jeopardize your friendship over a pizza topping argument!”
“The company's unethical practices could jeopardize its reputation.”
“He refused to jeopardize his family's security for a risky investment.”
“Posting that embarrassing photo could jeopardize his chances of becoming class president.”
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