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 Irish Partnership of Pittsburgh is launching a campaign to raise $200,000 after years of financial pressures put the Pittsburgh Irish Festival in jeopardy. — Jessica Riley, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

With the holiday in jeopardy, Penny must reluctantly step up to save Christmas for the children of Emilyville — and the rest of the world. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026

The Rams were never quite in jeopardy of losing the game, but obviously the final score looked a lot closer than the game was. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026

That meant ten days where Charlie’s life and the lives of those around him were in jeopardy. — Chuck Lorre, Vanity Fair, 7 Oct. 2026