Threatening

adjective
/ˈθret.ən.ɪŋ/

Meaning

expressing a threat; menacing; intimidating

Example Sentences

The dark clouds looked threatening before the storm.

Synonyms

menacing, intimidating, ominous, dangerous

Antonyms

reassuring, comforting, peaceful, safe

Collocations

threatening behavior, threatening letter, threatening gesture, threatening tone

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