jeopardy

Translations

jeopardynoun
jeopardies
pl
The company's financial stability was in jeopardy after the market crash.
La stabilité financière de l'entreprise était en danger après le krach boursier.
Additional translations
périlSoutenu. Emploi fréquent dans des contextes de danger grave, y compris juridiques.
Synonyms
threatening situation

Definitions

jeopardynoun
Danger of loss, harm, or failure.
The company's financial stability was in jeopardy after the market crash.
Exposure to criminal prosecution and punishment once legal proceedings have commenced.
Jeopardy attaches when the jury is empaneled, placing the accused at risk of conviction.