CEFR B2

intimidation

noun

Meaning

The act of frightening or overawing someone, often to compel them to do something against their will or to prevent them from acting freely.

Examples

The witness refused to testify, citing fear of intimidation from the defendant's associates.
Union leaders condemned the company's tactics, calling them a clear attempt at worker intimidation.

Synonyms: threat, coercion, bullying, duress, menace

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intimidation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˌtɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/

Definition

The act of frightening or overawing someone, often to compel them to do something against their will or to prevent them from acting freely.

Examples

The witness refused to testify, citing fear of intimidation from the defendant's associates.
Union leaders condemned the company's tactics, calling them a clear attempt at worker intimidation.
Despite the intimidation she faced, the young activist continued to speak out against injustice.

How to Use intimidation

intimidation tactics (collocation): Methods used to frighten or coerce someone. — "The company was accused of using intimidation tactics against its workers."
face intimidation (collocation): To experience being frightened or coerced. — "She had to face intimidation from her opponents during the campaign."

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