adjective
intimidating
adjective
1
Causing fear, nervousness, or a sense of being overpowered.
"The interview panel looked intimidating from the doorway."
How to Use Intimidating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething or someone that makes you feel nervous or small.
Common pairings
intimidating presence
find something intimidating
Word Forms
more intimidating comparative, most intimidating superlative
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