verb
- past tense of jeopardise; put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure
Usage: British spelling
Examples
- The scandal jeopardised his political career.
- Heavy rains jeopardised the outdoor wedding plans.
- Her reckless driving jeopardised the safety of other passengers.
- The company’s reputation was jeopardised by the data breach.
- Budget cuts jeopardised the future of the research program.
- His absence from training jeopardised his place on the team.