endanger
verb/ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/
Frequency rank: #10,275 most common English word
Meaning
to put someone or something at risk of harm or destruction.
Example sentence
Cutting down too many trees can endanger the animals that live in the forest.
Synonyms & related words
- threaten
- risk
- jeopardize
- imperil
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