threat (Meaning)
threat (n)
something that is a source of danger
a warning that something unpleasant is imminent
declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another
a person who inspires fear or dread
threat (n.)
The expression of an intention to inflict evil or injury on another; the declaration of an evil, loss, or pain to come; menace; threatening; denunciation.
To threaten.
Synonyms & Antonyms of threat
threat Sentence Examples
- The looming threat of a global pandemic cast a shadow over the world.
- The cybercriminals posed a serious threat to sensitive data.
- The political instability in the region posed a threat to regional security.
- The toxic waste dump was an environmental threat that needed immediate attention.
- The terrorist attack posed a dire threat to innocent civilians.
- The financial crisis brought with it the threat of mass unemployment.
- The disease outbreak posed a significant health threat to the community.
- The economic downturn posed a threat to the stability of the financial system.
- The extreme weather event posed a severe threat to infrastructure and human life.
- The armed conflict posed an imminent threat to the lives and livelihoods of the population.
FAQs About the word threat
something that is a source of danger, a warning that something unpleasant is imminent, declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another
danger, risk, menace, peril, imminence,hazard, trouble,pitfall, snare, trap
shield, guard, protection, shield, guard, ward, ward,protection, refuge, harbor
The looming threat of a global pandemic cast a shadow over the world.
The cybercriminals posed a serious threat to sensitive data.
The political instability in the region posed a threat to regional security.
The toxic waste dump was an environmental threat that needed immediate attention.
