Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛpədi] (IPA) 
Jeopardy (pronounced /ˈdʒɛpərdi/) is a word that refers to a state of danger or risk. The word is often associated with the popular game show of the same name. The spelling of jeopardy can be a bit tricky, especially for non-native English speakers. The correct spelling is often confused with the similar word "Jepordy", which is incorrect. The correct spelling includes the letters "a" and "r" in between the letters "e", "p" and "d".
Jeopardy is a noun that refers to a state of danger, risk, or uncertainty. It is often used to describe a situation where one's safety, well-being, or success is at stake. Jeopardy can also relate to the possibility of something being lost or damaged, or an imminent threat to someone or something.
In a legal context, jeopardy refers to being at risk of criminal prosecution. Double jeopardy, for example, is a principle in law that prevents a person from being tried again for the same offense after they have been acquitted, convicted, or have pleaded guilty. This principle protects individuals from being subjected to multiple trials for the same alleged crime.
Jeopardy can also describe a game show where contestants compete by answering general knowledge questions. The game consists of various rounds, such as "Jeopardy!," "Double Jeopardy!," and "Final Jeopardy!," which provide different levels of difficulty and opportunities for contestants to earn money or win prizes based on their knowledge and quick thinking.
Figuratively, jeopardy can be used to describe any situation where there is a high level of risk or uncertainty, such as jeopardizing a friendship by betraying someone's trust, jeopardizing one's career by taking a risky decision, or jeopardizing the environment by polluting.
Exposure to loss, injury, or death; hazard; peril; danger.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "jeopardy" comes from the Old French word "joue" meaning "game" or "sport" and "parde" meaning "danger" or "peril". In Middle English, it evolved into the word "juperdi", which eventually transformed into "jeopardy" as it is known today.
