verb
- put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure
Usage: past tense and past participle of jeopardize
Examples
- The scandal jeopardized his political career.
- Heavy rains jeopardized the outdoor wedding plans.
- Her reckless driving jeopardized the safety of other passengers.
- The company’s reputation was jeopardized by the data breach.
- Budget cuts have jeopardized funding for the school program.
- His absence from practice jeopardized his spot on the team.