Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Jeopardise”?

Jeopardise means to put at risk.

• Correct answer - endanger: it has the same meaning as Jeopardise.
• authorise: to give official permission - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jeopardise.
• protect: to keep safe - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jeopardise.
• celebrate: to mark a happy occasion - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jeopardise.