Threatening Definition

threatening
adjective
  1. threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments; "a baleful look"; "forbidding thunderclouds"; "his tone became menacing"; "ominous rumblings of discontent"; "sinister storm clouds"; "a sinister smile"; "his threatening behavior"; "ugly black clouds"; "the situation became ugly"
  2. darkened by clouds; "a heavy sky"

"Threatening" in song lyrics

See how threatening is used in real songs:

  • "You'll be measuring and threatening"
    The Cross Movement f/M.O.D — Lord
  • "But stuck in that world was even more threatening"
    Looptroop — Trrism
  • "The rude one beg no friend, the selection's threatening"
    Masta Killa — Medina (East New York)

Usage tips for "threatening"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "threatening" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for threatening to find words that pair well.

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