endanger

[en-deyn-jeyr]

verb (used with object)

1. to expose to danger; danger; imperil.

   It was foolish to endanger your life in that way.

   Synonyms: risk, hazard, jeopardize, threaten

endanger

/ ɪnˈdeɪndʒə /

verb

1. (tr) to put in danger or peril; imperil

Other Word Forms

• endangerment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of endanger¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; en- ¹, danger

Example Sentences

He called the secretary’s term a “disaster” that “endangers the health and wellness of American families” every day.

From Salon

“Two words,” says Tony, observing Ziva take apart a thug endangering her daughter.

From Los Angeles Times

Initially enamored of the industry’s potential, Dermish now worried that its pollution endangered the health of the town’s 75 residents.

From Salon

The hostages' families fear the offensive will endanger those held in Gaza City and want the prime minister to instead negotiate an agreement that would secure their release.

From BBC

The hostages' families fear the new offensive will endanger them and are demanding the prime minister negotiate an agreement that would secure their release.

From BBC

Related Words

• expose 
• imperil 
• menace 
• threaten