Jeopardize
Jeopardize is a verb meaning to expose someone or something to danger, risk, or harm; to place in a precarious or uncertain position where negative outcomes are possible. The related noun jeopardy denotes danger or risk. The term originates from Old French jeopardie, and is linked to the idea of a divided or risky game (jeu parti) used in gambling to describe a wager with uncertain outcome. The English verb jeopardize emerged in the 17th century by adding the suffix -ize to jeopardy.
In everyday use, jeopardize often takes a direct object, referring to safety, finances, schedules, relationships, or
Common synonyms include endanger, risk, and imperil, while antonyms include safeguard, protect, and secure. Typical collocations