Synonyms of in jeopardy

in jeopardy

phrase

as in susceptible

being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm

Human encroachment has left many once-thriving species in jeopardy.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• susceptible
• vulnerable
• sensitive
• subject (to)
• at risk
• exposed
• liable
• prone
• endangered
• in deep water
• likely
• open
• unprotected
• unsecured
• uncovered
• unguarded
• unscreened
• undefended

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unexposed
• invulnerable
• protected
• secured
• covered
• safeguarded
• screened
• sheltered
• guarded
• shielded
• insusceptible
• unsusceptible
• warded

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in jeopardy

The future of Head Start programs nationwide could be in jeopardy, as the federal government released a new proposal to push for deregulating the program. — CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026

Now, stakeholders claim that win is in jeopardy thanks to language in a recent state budget bill that was signed into law on June 29. — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026

Starkey told lawmakers CalHR first informed the union raises were in jeopardy due to California’s financial strain by negotiating the side letter, which was signed in August of last year. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Coach Matt LaFleur’s offense is predicated on a strong running game, which is in jeopardy with the star running back under investigation because of allegations of domestic violence. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026