menace
Translation
menace, threat, nuisance
Examples
That dog is a menace to the neighborhood.
That dog is a menace to the neighbourhood.
He spoke with a tone of menace.
He spoke with a tone of menace.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((to sb./sth.)) a menace to (sb./sth.) Drunk drivers are a menace to everyone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: threat, danger, nuisance; Antonyms: blessing, delight
Etymology
From Old French 'menace', from Latin 'minacia' meaning 'threat'.
Memory Tips
Think of the cartoon character 'Dennis the Menace', who is a constant nuisance.