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threat

English

  1. 🔊 declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another
    “his threat to kill me was quite explicit”
  2. 🔊 a warning that something unpleasant is imminent
    “they were under threat of arrest”
  3. 🔊 something that is a source of danger
    “earthquakes are a constant threat in Japan”
  4. 🔊 a person who inspires fear or dread
    “he was the terror of the neighborhood”

Spanish

  1. 🔊 amenaza threat, menace, an indication of danger
  2. 🔊 amenaza threat, menace, an expression of intent

Similar words

terror scourge menace admonishment admonition alarm breakers ahead cardhouse cause for alarm caution caveat commination crisis danger dangerous ground deterrent example emergency endangerment example final notice final warning foreboding forewarning gaping chasm