jeopardy
noun | /jeopardy/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
danger of loss, harm, or failure
jeopardy
noun | /jeopardy/
Essential WordsMEDIUMdanger of loss, harm, or failure
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Synonyms
perilriskhazardthreat
Antonyms
safetysecurityprotection
Examples
"The rescue mission was undertaken despite the jeopardy involved."
"His career was in jeopardy after the scandal."
Etymology
from Old French jeu parti “divided game” via legal term
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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