Intimidating

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɪmɪˌdeɪtɪŋ/

Definitions of intimidating

adjective describing something that causes fear or nervousness; frightening

Example Sentences

A1 The big dog looked intimidating to the small child.

A2 Walking into a new school can be intimidating for some students.

B1 The job interview was intimidating, but I tried to stay calm.

B2 The mountain peak looked intimidating, but we were determined to climb it.

C1 The strict teacher had an intimidating presence in the classroom.

C2 The CEO's intimidating demeanor made the employees nervous during the meeting.

Examples of intimidating in a Sentence

formal The new project manager has a very intimidating presence in meetings.

informal I find his stare quite intimidating, to be honest.

slang She's got this intimidating vibe that makes everyone nervous.

figurative The towering skyscrapers of the city can be quite intimidating to newcomers.

Grammatical Forms of intimidating

past tense

intimidated

plural

intimidating

comparative

more intimidating

superlative

most intimidating

present tense

intimidates

future tense

will intimidate

perfect tense

have intimidated

continuous tense

is intimidating

singular

intimidating

positive degree

intimidating

infinitive

to intimidate

gerund

intimidating

participle

intimidated

Origin and Evolution of intimidating

First Known Use: 1640 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'intimidating' originated from the Latin word 'intimidare', which means to make timid or fearful.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'intimidating' has evolved to encompass the idea of instilling fear or awe in others through one's actions or demeanor.