threatened

[ˈθretnd]

threatened Definition

• 1. expressing an intention to harm someone or something
• 2. in danger of being harmed, damaged, or destroyed

Using threatened: Examples

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

• Example

  He threatened to sue if they didn't pay him.

• Example

  The species is threatened with extinction.

• Example

  The building was threatened by the fire.

threatened Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for threatened

• menaced
• endangered
• at risk

Antonyms for threatened

• safe
• secure

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Summary: threatened in Brief

The term 'threatened' [ˈθretnd] can be used as an adjective to express an intention to harm someone or something, or to describe something that is in danger of being harmed, damaged, or destroyed. Examples include 'He threatened to sue if they didn't pay him,' and 'The species is threatened with extinction.' Synonyms include 'menaced' and 'endangered,' while antonyms include 'safe' and 'secure.'