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intimidate

verb

/ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/

Meaning

To frighten or overawe someone, especially to make them do what one wants.

The bully tried to intimidate the smaller kids.

intimidate into silence

frighten, scare, bully, terrify, overawe

encourage, reassure, comfort

intimidate someone, intimidate into, intimidate others, attempt to intimidate

to express happiness or friendliness by turning the corners of the mouth upwards

to give information to someone; to narrate or relate

to recommend what should be done; to give advice

to take place or occur, usually by chance

To talk with pride about achievements or possessions, often in a boastful way.

to defeat or succeed in dealing with a problem; to conquer difficulties