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Meaning of more threatening
The phrase "more threatening" refers to something that poses a greater danger or risk.
Etymology of more threatening
The word "threatening" is derived from the Old English word "threat" which is also related to the Old Norse word "thrett" and the Old High German word "throt", all of which carry the meaning of danger or risk
The word has been in use since the 15th century and has evolved to convey a sense of danger, risk, or intimidation
Synonyms
menacing
intimidating
frightening
alarming
ominous
dangerous
perilous
hazardous
risky
scary
spine-tingling
chilling
unsettling
unnerving
disturbing
worrisome
fearful
foreboding
baleful
malignant
hostile
aggressive
belligerent
bellicose
pugnacious
truculent
vicious
malevolent
sinister
evil
inauspicious
dire
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
dreadful
terrible
horrific
appalling
ghastly
gruesome
heinous
atrocious
odious
abhorrent
detestable
loathsome
repulsive
repellent
objectionable
unpleasant
unsavory
unpalatable
distasteful
nasty
foul
vile
depraved
corrupt
degenerate
decadent
immoral
wicked
iniquitous
nefarious
villainous
diabolical
fiendish
demonic
infernal
hellish
Definitions
- Giving a sense of danger or risk, making someone feel afraid or worried
- * Likely to cause harm or danger, making someone feel intimidated or frightened
Usage Examples
- The situation is becoming more threatening by the minute
- * The new policy is more threatening to the environment than we initially thought
- * The storm is looking more threatening, we should evacuate the area