endangerment (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdeɪndʒərmənt/

Definition

The state of being exposed to danger or harm.

Examples

• The oil spill put the local wildlife in serious endangerment.

• Conservation efforts are crucial to prevent the endangerment of these fragile ecosystems.

• The accident put the passengers in a state of extreme endangerment.

How to Use endangerment

in endangerment (prepositional phrase)

In a state of being threatened or at risk. — "The species has been in endangerment for decades due to habitat loss."

cause endangerment (collocation)

To bring about a state of being threatened or at risk. — "Pollution can cause endangerment to aquatic ecosystems."

prevent endangerment (collocation)

To stop something from being threatened or at risk. — "Strict laws are needed to prevent the endangerment of endangered species."

Synonyms of endangerment

Words with a similar meaning to endangerment:

• jeopardy
• peril
• risk
• danger

Antonyms of endangerment

Words with the opposite meaning to endangerment:

• safety
• security

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