enhazard

/ɛnhærdzər/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become more hazardous or dangerous.

“The new development project was said to enhance the local environment, but it was later found to enhazard the local wildlife.”

2. noun

a situation or condition that increases the risk or danger of something.

“The enhazard posed by the storm made it necessary for the authorities to evacuate the area.”

Synonyms

  • hazard
  • peril
  • risk

Antonyms

  • protect
  • safeguard