Synonyms for Intimidation
Definition of intimidation
- noun
- the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something
- the feeling of discouragement in the face of someone's superior fame or wealth or status etc.
- the feeling of being intimidated; being made to feel afraid or timid
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Writing tips for "intimidation"
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"Intimidation" in song lyrics
See how intimidation is used in real songs:
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"From the Hawkeye, you feel intimidation"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Wise — Lock N Load -
"Can't run the new world with intimidation"
Belief f/ C-Rayz Walz, MURS, Vordul Mega, Wordsworth — Say Yes -
"I'm not the man, she has an aura of intimidation"
Boogiemonsters — Honeydips in Gotham