Vocabulary
Endanger
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
put (someone or something) at risk or in danger.
Urdu meaning
خطرہ ہے، خطرے میں ڈالنا
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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- This dichotomy itself may endanger their rule, along with threatening the security of neighbouring states, should IS establish itself on Afghan soil.
- Therefore, while the state has banned extremist groups, there must also be stringent punishment for individuals or outfits that spread venom and endanger lives.
- Yet Pakistan reached out to the UN Security Council, informing them that the situation was likely to endanger international peace and security.
- We cannot endanger our children or expose them to x, y, or z.
- Unfortunately, it is apparent that certain vested interests are pushing for canal construction while disregarding the potential scientific, social and environmental consequences, which can endanger the project`s success.
Synonyms
imperil, jeopardize, risk, put at risk, put in danger, expose to danger, put in jeopardy
Antonyms
guard, help, protect, save
Curator example
“he was driving in a manner likely to endanger life”
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