intimidate (Meaning)
intimidate (v)
make timid or fearful
to compel or deter by or as if by threats
intimidate (v. t.)
To make timid or fearful; to inspire of affect with fear; to deter, as by threats; to dishearten; to abash.
Synonyms & Antonyms of intimidate
intimidate Sentence Examples
- His stern expression seemed to intimidate everyone in the room.
- The large, aggressive dog had a tendency to intimidate strangers.
- The bully's attempts to intimidate the younger students were met with resistance.
- The harsh tone and threatening gestures were meant to intimidate the witness.
- Despite the intimidating atmosphere, she refused to let anyone intimidate her into silence.
- The imposing figure of the security guard had the power to intimidate potential troublemakers.
- The opposing team's reputation was intended to intimidate, but our players remained focused.
- The authoritarian leader used his power to intimidate those who opposed his policies.
- The presence of armed guards outside the building was enough to intimidate protestors.
- Workplace harassment policies were implemented to prevent employees from being intimidated by their colleagues.
FAQs About the word intimidate
make timid or fearful, to compel or deter by or as if by threatsTo make timid or fearful; to inspire of affect with fear; to deter, as by threats; to dishearten
browbeat,bully, coerce, startle, frighten, scare, threaten, terrify, badger, shock
comfort, soothe, soothe, console, cheer, encourage, cheer, encourage,reassure, comfort
His stern expression seemed to intimidate everyone in the room.
The large, aggressive dog had a tendency to intimidate strangers.
The bully's attempts to intimidate the younger students were met with resistance.
The harsh tone and threatening gestures were meant to intimidate the witness.
