endanger

verb

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: en-dan-ger (3)

English Definition

To put someone or something at risk or in danger.

Example Sentence

Smoking can endanger your health.

US IPA /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/

UK IPA /ɪnˈdeɪndʒə(r)/

jeopardize imperil risk threaten

protect save guard