endangered

[inˈdeɪndʒəd]

endangered Definition

at risk of extinction or harm.

Using endangered: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "endangered" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The giant panda is an endangered species.

  • Example

    The construction of the dam has endangered the lives of many animals.

  • Example

    The loss of habitat has endangered the survival of the species.

endangered Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with endangered

  • endangered species

    a species of animal or plant that is seriously at risk of extinction

    Example

    The government has implemented measures to protect endangered species.

  • a type of environment that is threatened by human activities or natural disasters

    Example

    The oil spill has caused severe damage to the endangered habitat of marine life.

  • a language that is at risk of disappearing due to lack of speakers or support

    Example

    Efforts are being made to preserve endangered languages around the world.

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Summary: endangered in Brief

'Endangered' [inˈdeɪndʒəd] means at risk of extinction or harm. It refers to species, habitats, and environments that are threatened by human activities or natural disasters. Examples include 'The giant panda is an endangered species.' and 'The loss of habitat has endangered the survival of the species.' The phrase 'endangered species' is commonly used to describe animals or plants that are seriously at risk of extinction.

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