Endanger: meaning, definitions and examples
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endanger
[ ɪnˈdeɪndʒər ]
wildlife conservation
To expose to danger or harm; to put at risk. Endangering species can lead to their extinction and disrupt the ecosystem.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Poaching and deforestation are endangering many species of animals.
- The construction of a new road is endangering the habitat of the local wildlife.
personal safety
To expose someone to peril or risk. Endangering someone's life is a criminal offense.
Synonyms
enduce danger to, put at risk, risk
Examples of usage
- Driving under the influence of alcohol endangers not only the driver but also others on the road.
- Leaving a child unattended near water can endanger their safety.
Translations
Translations of the word "endanger" in other languages:
🇵🇹 colocar em perigo
🇮🇳 खतरे में डालना
🇩🇪 gefährden
🇮🇩 membahayakan
🇺🇦 ставити під загрозу
🇵🇱 narażać na niebezpieczeństwo
🇯🇵 危険にさらす
🇫🇷 mettre en danger
🇪🇸 poner en peligro
🇹🇷 tehlikeye atmak
🇰🇷 위험에 빠뜨리다
🇸🇦 تعريض للخطر
🇨🇿 ohrozit
🇸🇰 ohroziť
🇨🇳 使面临危险
🇸🇮 ogroziti
🇮🇸 stefna í hættu
🇰🇿 қауіп төндіру
🇬🇪 საფრთხის შემცველი
🇦🇿 təhlükəyə atmaq
🇲🇽 poner en peligro
Word origin
The word 'endanger' originated from the combination of 'en-' meaning 'to put into' and 'danger' which comes from the Latin 'damnum' meaning 'loss or damage'. The concept of endangering has been a concern throughout history, especially in the context of protecting endangered species and ensuring personal safety.
See also: danger, dangerous, dangerously.