Entry Word: endanger

Function: verb

Meaning: to place in danger <a reckless use of fireworks that endangered the lives of many people>

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

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

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