ENDANGERMENTS Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

endanger 1 of 2

verb

in-ˈdān-jər

Definition of endanger

as in to threaten

to place in danger a reckless use of fireworks that endangered the lives of many people

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endangerment

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noun

as in risk

the state of not being protected from injury, harm, or evil I didn't think I would be subject to any endangerment if I simply dangled my legs over the rock ledge

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The legal theorist Lani Guinier argued in the nineteen-nineties that winner-take-all elections endangered Black individuals like her, who made up only ten per cent of voters. — Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 More importantly, the single father continued, returning to the country would mean endangering his son. — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2026

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They were arraigned on felony reckless endangerment, burglary and other charges, according to the Associated Press. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 In NyKayla’s case, prosecutors could only reach a meaningful sentence by charging the gun’s owner with reckless endangerment after a child was already dead. — Brittany Berlin, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for endanger

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Continue reading … PARTY FOUL — Jeffries threatens consequences after Dem mutiny helps move anti-socialism bill.

— , FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
As part of the new guidance message, DHS threatened universities with legal consequences — including the revocation of their permission to enroll international students.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of threaten

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When combined with a hot blanket of the humidity the city has endured throughout the summer, players could be forced to withdraw from their matches or push through, risking injury.

— Aaron Short, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026
Some China watchers, however, are keeping their expectations low, as both sides appear to be more interested in avoiding moves that would risk their current trade truce.

— Justina Lee, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of risk

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The proceedings were livestreamed by Salt Lake City TV channel KUTV, despite objections from Robinson's lawyers, who argued such coverage jeopardizes his right to a fair trial.

— Bill Chappell, NPR, 1 Sep. 2026
Michael Schnieder of Streets for All, a group that advocates for bike lanes, bus lanes and pedestrian safety measures, said the language would jeopardize street safety improvements, which include a push for bike lanes protected by barriers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of jeopardize

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The Catalina Island Conservancy says that nonnative deer worsen erosion and wildfire risk and imperil native species.

— Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Many more were imperiled by muddy water racing through the narrow ravines, sparking frantic rescue missions for dozens.

— Holly Yan, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2026

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