jeopardize
Group 24Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure GRE
Example in Context
The whistleblower knew that speaking out would jeopardize her career but believed the public interest outweighed personal risk.
Synonyms
riskendangerthreaten
Etymology
To put something at risk, as if placing a bet in a dangerous game.
- jeu (French) — game
- parier (French) — to bet
Memory Aid
🎲Sounds like “jeopardize”
When you JUMP into a game of chance, you JEOPARDIZE your whole fortune with one roll of the dice!
Visual Association
⚠️A tightrope walker carrying a heavy load, teetering dangerously and risking to jeopardize their balance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “jeopardize” mean on the GRE?
jeopardize (verb) means “To put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure”. The whistleblower knew that speaking out would jeopardize her career but believed the public interest outweighed personal risk.
How to remember “jeopardize” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “jeopardize” sounds like “jeopardize”. When you JUMP into a game of chance, you JEOPARDIZE your whole fortune with one roll of the dice!
What are synonyms for “jeopardize”?
Common synonyms: risk, endanger, threaten.