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Meaning of menacingly
The primary meaning of "menacingly" is in a threatening or intimidating manner.
Etymology of menacingly
The word "menacingly" is derived from the verb "menace," which originated from the Old French word "menace," meaning threat or danger, and is related to the Latin word "minari," meaning to threaten.
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something or someone that poses a threat or danger.
Synonyms
threateningly
intimidatingly
ominously
frighteningly
alarmingly
dangerously
scarily
terrifyingly
horrifyingly
chillingly
unsettlingly
disturbingly
forebodingly
sinisterly
malevolently
aggressively
hostilely
belligerently
pugnaciously
truculently
violently
brutally
ruthlessly
mercilessly
relentlessly
uncompromisingly
unyieldingly
ferociously
savagely
barbarously
Definitions
- In a threatening or intimidating manner, giving the impression that someone or something is likely to cause harm.
- * In a way that suggests danger, harm, or violence is imminent or possible.
Usage Examples
- The dark figure loomed menacingly in the shadows, causing the children to run away in fear.
- * The new policy has been implemented menacingly, leaving many employees worried about their job security.
Antonyms
harmlessly
safely
gently
kindly
benevolently
peacefully
calmly
quietly
softly
mildly
moderately
tamely
innocently
innocuously
nonthreateningly
unaggressively
nonviolently
pacifically
tranquilly
serenely