endanger (Meaning)

Wordnet

endanger (v)

pose a threat to; present a danger to

put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position

Webster

endanger (v. t.)

To put to hazard; to bring into danger or peril; to expose to loss or injury; as, to endanger life or peace.

To incur the hazard of; to risk.

endanger Sentence Examples

  1. Smoking endangers your health and the health of those around you.
  2. Driving under the influence of alcohol endangers your life and the lives of others.
  3. Deforestation endangers the habitats of countless species and contributes to climate change.
  4. Pollution endangers the environment and the health of humans and animals.
  5. Engaging in risky behaviors, such as unprotected sex, endangers your physical and emotional well-being.
  6. Making false accusations endangers the reputation and credibility of the accused.
  7. Spreading misinformation endangers the public's understanding of important issues and can lead to harmful consequences.
  8. Ignoring safety regulations endangers yourself and others in the workplace or public spaces.
  9. Failing to address mental health issues endangers the well-being of individuals and their relationships.
  10. Overusing antibiotics endangers the effectiveness of these medications in fighting infections.

FAQs About the word endanger

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Smoking endangers your health and the health of those around you.

Driving under the influence of alcohol endangers your life and the lives of others.

Deforestation endangers the habitats of countless species and contributes to climate change.

Pollution endangers the environment and the health of humans and animals.