intimidation
0 antonyms and opposites of intimidation, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of frightening or pressuring someone, especially through threats.
How to use intimidation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
acts of intimidation
witness intimidation
Etymology
From intimidate plus the noun suffix -ion.
Full origin of intimidation →Frequently asked questions
What does “intimidation” mean?
The word “intimidation” means the act of frightening or pressuring someone, especially through threats. In plain terms, the act of scaring or pressuring someone into doing what you want.
How do you pronounce “intimidation”?
“Intimidation” is pronounced ihn-tih-mih-DAY-shuhn (/ɪntɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “intimidation” in a sentence?
Here is “intimidation” used in a sentence: “The union accused management of using intimidation to silence complaints.”
What part of speech is “intimidation”?
“Intimidation” is a noun.
Is “intimidation” a common word?
“Intimidation” is an uncommon word in modern English.