jeopardise
/ˈdʒepədaɪz/ · /ˈdʒepərdaɪz/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5835 in the learning path
危及；损害
Definitions
v. To put something at risk of harm, loss, or failure.
危及；损害
Example
Skipping practice could jeopardise your place on the team.
缺席训练可能会危及你在队中的位置。
Reducing investment in public transport could jeopardise efforts to cut urban air pollution and traffic congestion.
减少公共交通投资可能会妨碍减少城市空气污染和交通拥堵的努力。
Collocations
- jeopardise safety
- jeopardise a career
- jeopardise chances
Word family
- jeopardy (n.)
Synonyms
- endanger
- imperil
Antonyms
- safeguard
Usage tip
及物动词，直接接宾语；美式通常拼作jeopardize。
FAQ
- What does jeopardise mean?
- To put something at risk of harm, loss, or failure.
- How is jeopardise pronounced?
- UK /ˈdʒepədaɪz/, US /ˈdʒepərdaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
