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Synonyms & Similar Words
coercion
bullying
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threat
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constraint
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discouragement
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demoralization
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Meaning of Intimidation
The act of intimidating someone, making them feel frightened, nervous, or uncertain.
Definitions
- The act of intimidating someone, especially by making them feel frightened, nervous, or uncertain.
- * The state of being intimidated, especially the feeling of being frightened, nervous, or uncertain.
Etymology of Intimidation
The word "intimidation" comes from the Latin verb "intimidare," which means "to frighten" or "to make timid."
The verb "intimidare" is a combination of "in-" (meaning "in" or "into") and "timidus" (meaning "fearful" or "timid").
The word "intimidation" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of making someone feel frightened or nervous.
Example Uses
- The new policy has been criticized for its use of intimidation to silence dissenting voices.
- * The bully used intimidation to get what he wanted from his classmates.
- * The company's intimidation tactics have created a hostile work environment.