intimidation
/ɪnˌtɪmɪˈdeɪʃn/ (bre, ipa) · /ɪnˌtɪmɪˈdeɪʃn/ (ame, ipa) · /ə̇n‧ˌtiməˈdāshən/ (ame, mw)
intimidation — noun
1. behaviour that tries to frighten someone, often so that they will do what the pe
behaviour that tries to frighten someone, often so that they will do what the person threatening them wants
The manager's constant threats were a clear form of intimidation aimed at the junior staff.
form of intimidation aimed at + person/group
Diego refused to give in to the intimidation from the older boys on his team.
Voter intimidation is illegal in most countries, but it still takes place during some elections.
Fatima felt the weight of intimidation every time her supervisor stood behind her desk.
Kenji slid a folder across the table and told Sofia she had one hour — a clear act of intimidation.
- coercion
stronger emphasis on forcing someone through threats or physical pressure; more formal and legal
- bullying
suggests repeated aggression by a stronger person over a weaker one, often in schools or workplaces
- harassment
focuses on persistent, unwanted contact or pressure, rather than inducing fear
- pressure
broader and milder; can be persuasive rather than fearful
- encouragement
aims to build confidence rather than create fear
- reassurance
reduces worry and fear, the opposite effect of intimidation
文法句型
intimidation + of + someone
by intimidation
用法筆記
Frequently used in legal, political, and workplace contexts. The word covers both the act of threatening someone and the atmosphere of fear this creates.