Definition

The act of putting someone or something in danger or risk.

Example

The imperilment of the environment is a serious concern for future generations.

Conversation

I read an article about how pollution can lead to the imperilment of wildlife.

That's really concerning! It's sad to see nature suffer.

Yeah, it made me realize how important it is to protect our environment.

Absolutely! We all need to do our part to prevent that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Imperilment is formed from "imperil" (from Old French *imperil*, meaning to put in danger) and the suffix "-ment" (meaning the action or result of). The word refers to the state or condition of being in danger or at risk.

Memory Tip

Think of being in a state of danger ('imperil') — the '-ment' indicates the condition. This helps you remember that 'imperilment' means the state of being in danger.

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