American English pronunciation
How to pronounce intimidation
IPA transcription: [,ɪn,tɪmɪ'deɪʃən]
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Noun
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the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something
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the feeling of discouragement in the face of someone's superior fame or wealth or status etc.
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the feeling of being intimidated; being made to feel afraid or timid
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a communication that makes you afraid to try something
Usage examples
- The Commission conducted economic boycotts and intimidation against activists.
- Other Mari leaders have been subject to violence, legal persecution and intimidation.
- The use of 'intimidation'-I should have used 'influence.
- Further torts used against unions include conspiracy, interference with a commercial contract or intimidation.
- Journalists and whistleblowers have experienced physical and psychological intimidation and threats.
- As a means of intimidation, the cartel conducted hundreds of assassinations throughout the country.