hazard
haz-ard
verb
To put something or someone at risk of harm, loss, or failure.
"He hazarded his savings on the risky venture."
noun
A potential source of danger or risk that could cause harm or difficulty.
"Uneven pavements are a trip hazard."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: venture, jeopardize, adventure, stake, pretend, guess, chance, luck, fortune, risk, peril, jeopardy