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Meaning of threateningly
The primary meaning of "threateningly" is in a way that seems to threaten someone or something.
Etymology of threateningly
The word "threateningly" has its roots in the verb "threaten," which originated from the Old English word "thrietan," meaning to press or thrust, and is related to the Old Norse word "þrétta," meaning to threaten or press.
Historically, the word "threaten" has been used since the 14th century to describe the act of declaring or implying an intention to inflict pain, injury, or other unpleasant consequences on someone or something.
Synonyms
menacingly
intimidatingly
ominously
forbiddingly
frighteningly
alarmingly
dangerously
perilously
hazardously
risky
scarily
terrifyingly
fearsomely
formidably
aggressively
hostilely
belligerently
pugnaciously
combatively
bellicosely
truculently
cantankerously
contentiously
disputatiously
argumentatively
confrontationally
aggressively
violently
vengefully
spitefully
maliciously
Definitions
- In a way that seems to threaten someone or something
- * Giving the impression that something unpleasant or dangerous is likely to happen
Usage Examples
- The dark clouds gathered threateningly over the city, warning of an impending storm.
- * The new policy has been implemented threateningly, with severe penalties for non-compliance.
Antonyms
harmlessly
safely
innocently
peacefully
calmly
gently
kindly
benevolently
generously
constructively
helpfully
positively
optimistically
hopefully
encouragingly
reassuringly
comfortingly
soothingly
placatingly
appeasingly
conciliatorily