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intimidation

🇬🇧 UK/in,timi'deiʃәn/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLC2

Definitions

n.

The act of frightening or threatening someone to make them do something; the state of being intimidated.

恐吓;威胁

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
innot, opposite of
+
timfear, afraid
+
idconnector
+
ationact, process, state
=intimidation

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The use of intimidation as a political tool undermines democratic principles and citizen confidence.

  • 2.

    Workplace intimidation creates a toxic environment that negatively affects employee productivity and morale.

  • 3.

    Witness intimidation is a serious crime that authorities prosecute vigorously to protect judicial integrity.

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