Intimidate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Intimidate is a verb meaning (transitive) To make timid or afraid; to cause to feel fear or nervousness; to deter, especially by threats of violence.
Meaning
(transitive) To make timid or afraid; to cause to feel fear or nervousness; to deter, especially by threats of violence.
Example Sentences
He's trying to intimidate you. If you ignore him, hopefully he'll stop.
His father tried to intimidate his son into staying, threatening him with banishment and a possible beating.
Word Forms
- intimidates
- intimidating
- intimidated
Synonyms for intimidate
Depending on context, synonyms include buffalo, bulldoze, bully, browbeat, cow, dastardize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include restrain, terrorize, terrorise, frighten, terrify, scare.
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