jeopardy

/ˈd͡ʒɛpədi/noun

A situation in which loss, injury, or failure is likely.

Example sentences

“One more bad quarter would place the company's future in jeopardy.”
“The long drought has put thousands of farmers' livelihoods in jeopardy.”

Survives mostly in the phrase 'in jeopardy'. 'Double jeopardy' is the legal rule against trying someone twice for the same crime.

Synonyms for jeopardy

danger
risk
peril
threat
hazard

Antonyms

safety
security

Related words

jeopardizeTo put something at risk of harm or failure.jealousFeeling bitter or resentful because someone else has something you want, such as success or possessions.jargonTechnical language used within a particular job or field that outsiders find difficult to follow.jadedTired, bored, or no longer excited because you have had too much of something.irritationA feeling of annoyance, or the condition of being annoyed.irresoluteUnable to make up one's mind; hesitant about what to do.