threats
Translation
threats
Examples
He received death threats over the phone.
He received death threats over the phone.
Climate change poses serious threats to our planet.
Climate change poses serious threats to our planet.
Grammar Patterns
to make/receive threats to indicate an action He received death threats.
a threat ((to sb./sth.)) to indicate the target of a threat Climate change poses threats to our planet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dangers, risks, menaces
Etymology
From Old English 'þrēat' meaning 'oppression, coercion'. This is the plural form of 'threat' with an 's' added.
Memory Tips
Think of multiple dangers or warnings. One threat is bad, but many 'threats' are worse.