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    Menacent (en. Threaten)

    /mə.nɑ.sɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which implies a threat or intimidation.
    The dark clouds in the distance are menacing.
    Les nuages noirs au loin sont menacants.
    Which demonstrates a hostile or aggressive intention.
    He had a menacing attitude towards his opponents.
    Il avait une attitude menaçante envers ses adversaires.
    Which signals danger or risk.
    Menacing speeches can increase tension.
    Les discours menacants peuvent augmenter la tension.

    Etymology

    The word 'menacing' comes from the verb 'to menace', which is derived from the Latin 'menaciare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be menacing
    To have an attitude that inspires fear.
    être menaçant
    a menacing situation
    An event that constitutes a danger.
    situation menaçante
    a menacing gaze
    A gaze that suggests hostility.
    regard menaçant

    Related Words

    threat
    A potential danger or a threat of aggression.
    menace
    to menace
    To put someone at risk or under threat.
    menacer
    menacing
    Which shows a threat or hostility.
    menaçant

    Slang Meanings

    To have an aggressive attitude.
    He is being menacing with his words.
    Il fait le menacent avec ses paroles.
    To intentionally scare.
    She likes to be menacing at parties.
    Elle aime faire la menacante lors des soirées.