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jeopardise

Verb

IPA /ˈdʒepədaɪz/

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To put something valuable at risk of harm, loss or failure through an action, decision or dangerous situation.

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jeopardise/ˈdʒepədaɪz/

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A valuable opportunity is secure
An important deadline is missed
The opportunity is now at risk

An action can jeopardise success by putting it in danger of failure.

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Leaving the gate open could jeopardise the safety of our dog.
Missing the application deadline would jeopardise her chance of a scholarship.

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jeopardise — To put something valuable at risk of harm, loss or failure through an action, decision or dangerous situation.

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To put something valuable at risk of harm, loss or failure through an action, decision or dangerous situation.

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Word origin

Formed from jeopardy and the verb ending -ise or -ize.

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Jeopardise is a British spelling; jeopardize is also accepted in British English and is standard in American English.

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