English Synonym Finder

imperil

Definitions

To put at risk of being harmed, injured, or destroyed.

To endanger or jeopardize something or someone.

Examples

The reckless decision to ignore safety protocols will surely imperil the lives of everyone on board.

Pollution continues to imperil the fragile ecosystem of the coral reef.

His refusal to compromise may imperil the success of the entire peace negotiation.

Synonyms

endanger jeopardize menace risk threaten compromise hazard

Antonyms

protect safeguard defend secure preserve shield guard