intimidate
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Definitions
v.
To frighten or threaten someone in order to make them do what you want.
恐吓;威胁;吓唬
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedExample Sentences
- 1.
The bullies attempted to intimidate younger students into surrendering their lunch money.
- 2.
Authoritarian regimes often intimidate political opponents through surveillance and threats.
- 3.
The defendant's lawyers argued that police tactics were designed to intimidate their client.