Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
endangered
adjective
/ɪnˈdeɪndʒərd/
Definition
In danger of extinction or becoming extinct.
Examples
- The giant panda is an endangered species.
- Many plants and animals are categorized as endangered due to climate change.
- Conservation efforts are crucial to protect endangered wildlife.
Meaning
The term refers to species that are at risk of disappearing from the earth due to various factors such as habitat loss, poaching, or environmental changes.
Synonyms
- threatened
- at risk
- vulnerable
- imperiled
