adj
menacing
MEH-nih-sihng
adj
1
Giving the impression that harm or violence is about to happen; threatening.
"A menacing figure stood in the doorway."
"The dog gave a low, menacing growl."
noun
1
The act of making threats.
"He was charged with menacing after the incident."
How to Use Menacing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLooking or sounding like trouble is coming.
Common pairings
menacing look
menacing tone
menacing figure
Word Forms
more menacing comparative, menacings plural, most menacing superlative
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