1. to put someone or something in danger of loss, harm, or failure

Examples

• The scandal could jeopardize his political career.
• Don’t jeopardize your health by skipping meals.
• Heavy rain may jeopardize the outdoor concert.
• Her tardiness began to jeopardize her job security.
• The company’s poor decisions jeopardized its future.
• One mistake could jeopardize the entire mission.
• The leak might jeopardize national security.