Meaning of the word imperiled in English

What does imperiled mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

imperiled

US /ɪmˈpɛrəld/
UK /ɪmˈpɛrəld/

Adjective

in danger; at risk

Example:
The rare species is now imperiled due to habitat loss.
The company's future is imperiled by financial difficulties.
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