Definition of jeopardy
Nouns
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
- Synonyms:
- endangerment, hazard, peril, risk
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health hazard
hazard to the health of those exposed to it
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biohazard
hazard to humans or the environment resulting from biological agents or conditions
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moral hazard
(economics) the lack of any incentive to guard against a risk when you are protected against it (as by insurance)
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occupational hazard
any condition of a job that can result in illness or injury
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sword of Damocles
a constant and imminent peril
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danger
a cause of pain or injury or loss
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