minatory

[ˈmɪnət(ə)ri]

minatory Definition

• 1. expressing or conveying a threat
• 2. having a menacing quality

Using minatory: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "minatory" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The minatory tone of his voice made me feel uneasy.

• Example

  The teacher gave the students a minatory look to keep them quiet.

• Example

  The dark clouds and thunder were minatory signs of an approaching storm.

minatory Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for minatory

• threatening
• intimidating
• menacing

Antonyms for minatory

• encouraging
• reassuring

Phrases with minatory

• minatory gesture

  a threatening or intimidating gesture

  Example

  He made a minatory gesture with his fist to warn off the intruder.

• minatory language

  language that is threatening or menacing in tone

  Example

  The politician's minatory language was criticized for inciting violence.

• minatory presence

  a person or thing that has a menacing or threatening quality

  Example

  The minatory presence of the security guard made the protesters nervous.

Origins of minatory

from Latin 'minatorius', from 'minari' meaning 'threaten'

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Summary: minatory in Brief

The term 'minatory' [ˈmɪnət(ə)ri] refers to something that expresses or conveys a threat or has a menacing quality. It can be used to describe a tone of voice, a look, or a sign. Examples include 'The minatory tone of his voice made me feel uneasy.' and 'The dark clouds and thunder were minatory signs of an approaching storm.'