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

Recent federal actions have placed those protections in jeopardy for many Haitian nationals, prompting demonstrations across the country, including in Bridgeport. — Reginald David, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026

Hapag-Lloyd has sought to expand its fleet in planning to acquire fellow carrier ZIM, but that deal is in jeopardy as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz have spoken in opposition of the agreement. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 6 July 2026

The arrival of a blistering heat wave in Washington has put an annual Capitol Hill tradition in jeopardy. — Joe Heim, Washington Post, 2 July 2026

However, with the EU moving to a more uniform structure, this is in jeopardy. — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026