gefährdete
Translation
endangered, at risk, threatened
Examples
Die gefährdete Tierart wurde geschützt.
The endangered animal species was protected.
Grammar Patterns
gefährdet + Noun (adjective before a noun) Gefährdete Arten stehen unter Schutz.
Similar Words
Synonyms: threatened, at risk; Antonyms: safe, protected
Etymology
Derived from the noun 'Gefahr' (danger). The past participle form is used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
If you know 'Gefahr' means danger, think of 'gefährdet' as being 'in danger'.