Endangering: meaning, definitions and examples
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endangering
[ ɪnˈdeɪndʒərɪŋ ]
put at risk
Endangering means putting someone or something at risk of harm, damage, or loss. It involves creating a situation where there is a potential threat to safety or well-being.
Synonyms
imperil, jeopardize, risk, threaten
Examples of usage
- Speeding on the highway is endangering not only your own life but also the lives of others.
- Leaving toxic chemicals unsecured is endangering the environment.
- The reckless behavior of the hikers was endangering the fragile ecosystem.
- Endangering wildlife through habitat destruction is a serious concern for conservationists.
Translations
Translations of the word "endangering" in other languages:
🇵🇹 colocando em perigo
🇮🇳 खतरे में डालना
🇩🇪 gefährden
🇮🇩 membahayakan
🇺🇦 наражати на небезпеку
🇵🇱 narażać na niebezpieczeństwo
🇯🇵 危険にさらす
🇫🇷 mettre en danger
🇪🇸 poner en peligro
🇹🇷 tehlikeye atmak
🇰🇷 위태롭게 하다
🇸🇦 تعريض للخطر
🇨🇿 ohrožovat
🇸🇰 ohrozovať
🇨🇳 危及
🇸🇮 ogrožanje
🇮🇸 hætta á
🇰🇿 қауіп төндіру
🇬🇪 საფრთხეში ჩაგდება
🇦🇿 təhlükəyə atmaq
🇲🇽 poner en peligro
Word origin
The word 'endangering' originated from the combination of the prefix 'en-' meaning 'put into' and the Middle English word 'danger,' which came from the Old French 'dangier,' ultimately derived from the Latin 'dominiarium,' meaning 'power of a lord.' The concept of endangering has been present throughout history as societies have recognized the importance of protecting individuals and communities from harm.
See also: endangered.