jeopard

jeop·ard

verb \ˈje-pərd\

Definition of JEOPARD

transitive verb

: jeopardize

Examples of JEOPARD

1. <a scandal that could seriously jeopard his political career>

Origin of JEOPARD

Middle English, back-formation from jeopardie

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to JEOPARD

Synonyms: adventure, compromise, gamble (with), hazard, imperil, endanger, jeopardize, menace, peril, risk, venture

Related Words: intimidate, threaten; expose; subject; chance, wager

Near Antonyms: guard, protect, shelter, shield; preserve, resume, save

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Rhymes with JEOPARD

leopard, shepherd