menaced
Meanings
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adjective
1. Threatened or endangered, often by imminent danger or harm.
- "The animals were menaced by poachers."
- "The city was menaced by a looming storm."
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verb
2. To intimidate or bully (someone) into doing something.
- "The mob menaced the politician into resigning."
- "He was menaced into confessing his crimes."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with menacedmenager , tenor , denier , penance
Variants
List of all variants of menaced that leads to same resultmenace , menaced , menaces , menacing
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).menacingly, menacedly, menaces
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally from the French verb 'menacer', meaning 'to threaten'.
Trivia
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The word 'menaced' first appeared in English literature in the 15th century.
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The term 'menaced' is often used in legal contexts to describe a situation where someone is under threat of harm or damage.
Related Concepts
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Threat: A statement or situation that suggests or implies that harm or damage will occur if certain conditions are not met.
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Intimidation: The act of making someone afraid or intimidated, often to gain compliance or control.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the term 'menaced' has been used to describe characters or situations that are under threat or intimidation. In art, it can represent fear or danger.
How to Memorize "menaced"
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visualize
- Imagine a situation where someone or something is under threat or intimidation. Visualize the fear and anxiety that comes with it.
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associate
- Associate the word 'menaced' with the feeling of fear or danger, and the idea of being threatened or intimidated.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'menaced' with the phrase 'Menacingly Endangered Animals Can't Escape'.
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