intimidation
Translation
intimidation, threatening behavior
Examples
He used intimidation to get what he wanted.
He used intimidation to get what he wanted.
Witness intimidation is a serious crime.
Witness intimidation is a serious crime.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) the act of frightening or threatening (sb.) He used intimidation to get what he wanted.
Similar Words
Synonyms: threat, coercion, bullying, duress
Etymology
From the verb 'intimidate' + '-ion' (a suffix forming nouns of action). The act of intimidating.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'intimidate'. It's the *act* or *result* of making someone timid.