endangered
To put someone or something at risk or in a situation where they could be harmed, damaged, or destroyed. In environmental contexts, it specifically refers to species that are at high risk of becoming extinct in the near future.
예시
3 / 5The heavy smoke from the fire could endanger the health of local residents.
The heavy smoke from the fire could endanger the health of local residents.
The CEO's controversial statements could endanger the upcoming merger between the two firms.
The CEO's controversial statements could endanger the upcoming merger between the two firms.
Rapid urbanization has endangered the natural habitats of several indigenous bird species.
Rapid urbanization has endangered the natural habitats of several indigenous bird species.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of the prefix 'en-' meaning 'to put into.' To endanger is to 'put into danger.'
빠른 퀴즈
Pollution and climate change continue to _______ the survival of coral reefs worldwide.
정답!
정답은: endanger
예시
The heavy smoke from the fire could endanger the health of local residents.
everydayThe heavy smoke from the fire could endanger the health of local residents.
The CEO's controversial statements could endanger the upcoming merger between the two firms.
businessThe CEO's controversial statements could endanger the upcoming merger between the two firms.
Rapid urbanization has endangered the natural habitats of several indigenous bird species.
academicRapid urbanization has endangered the natural habitats of several indigenous bird species.
The defendant's actions clearly endangered the lives of the bystanders during the high-speed chase.
formalThe defendant's actions clearly endangered the lives of the bystanders during the high-speed chase.
Don't drive so fast; you're going to endanger us all just to save five minutes!
informalDon't drive so fast; you're going to endanger us all just to save five minutes!
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
critically endangered
critically endangered
endangered species list
endangered species list
endanger one's reputation
endanger one's reputation
자주 혼동되는 단어
Dangerous describes something that causes harm (active), while endangered describes something that is at risk of receiving harm (passive/state).
사용 참고사항
Use 'endanger' as a transitive verb (it needs an object). The past participle 'endangered' is most commonly used as an adjective, especially when referring to animals (e.g., endangered species).
자주 하는 실수
Learners often use the noun 'danger' as a verb. Instead of saying 'Don't danger the animals,' you must use 'Don't endanger the animals.'
암기 팁
Think of the prefix 'en-' meaning 'to put into.' To endanger is to 'put into danger.'
어원
Derived from the prefix 'en-' (into) combined with the Middle English 'daunger' (power, peril).
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In many English-speaking countries, the 'Endangered Species Act' is a significant piece of environmental legislation that people often refer to in political and scientific discussions.
빠른 퀴즈
Pollution and climate change continue to _______ the survival of coral reefs worldwide.
정답!
정답은: endanger
관련 어휘
관련 단어
ready
A2To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.
simple
A2Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.
physical
A2Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.
general
A2Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.
environmental
A2Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.
medical
A2Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.
traditional
A2Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.
private
A2Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.
difficult
A2Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.
religious
A2Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.
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