脅威 — meaning in English
kyōi
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English meaning
- intimidation noun The act of frightening or pressuring someone, especially through threats.
- menace noun A serious threat or source of danger.
- scare noun A sudden fright, or an event that causes widespread alarm.
- threat noun A statement expressing intent to harm or punish someone.
Senses
脅威 is used for these senses in English:
- intimidation The act of making timid or fearful or of deterring by threats; the state of being intimidated.
- menace A perceived threat or danger. [a. 1300]
- scare A cause of terror or alarm; a panic; something that inspires fear or dread.
- threat An indication of potential or imminent danger.
- threat A person or object that is regarded as a danger; a menace.
menace — full definition
- noun A serious threat or source of danger.
- noun An annoying or troublesome person, especially used affectionately for a mischievous child.
- verb To threaten or intimidate someone; to endanger something.