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Jeopardising is a verb that refers to the act of putting something or someone at risk or in danger of harm, loss, or negative consequences. It denotes the intentional or unintentional actions that could potentially compromise or harm a situation, objective, person, or group.
When someone jeopardises something, they are taking actions that may undermine its success, safety, stability, or reputation. This can involve engaging in activities that create a significant risk or threat to the desired outcome. Jeopardising can manifest in various ways, such as through careless behavior, neglect, recklessness, or deliberate actions that challenge the integrity or purpose of certain endeavors.
Jeopardising can pertain to a wide range of contexts, including personal relationships, business ventures, legal matters, and even national security. It can involve breaching trust, violating policies or regulations, engaging in dangerous behaviors, or making ill-advised decisions that have the potential to lead to negative consequences.
The term "jeopardising" emphasizes the idea that certain actions or choices can jeopardize the stability, success, or safety of something or someone. It implies a level of risk, potential harm, or negative impact associated with the behaviors or decisions in question. Jeopardising serves as a reminder of the consequences that can arise when actions are undertaken without careful consideration or awareness of the potential risks involved.
The word "jeopardising" has its etymology in the Middle English term "jeoparden", which originated from Old French. The Old French term was derived from the earlier form in Old Provençal, "jopar", meaning "game" or "play". Eventually, it evolved to have the meaning of "to risk" or "to endanger" in Middle English, giving rise to the word "jeopardize" or "jeopardise" as it is spelled in British English.
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