Menacing

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛnəsɪŋ/

Definitions of menacing

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun or pronoun; in this case, 'menacing' describes something that is threatening or suggesting danger

Example Sentences

A1 The menacing dog barked loudly at the stranger.

A2 She felt a menacing presence behind her in the dark alley.

B1 The menacing storm clouds gathered on the horizon, signaling a coming downpour.

B2 The villain's menacing glare sent shivers down the hero's spine.

C1 The menacing figure stood at the edge of the cliff, watching the waves crash below.

C2 The menacing atmosphere in the room made everyone uneasy, as if danger was lurking around every corner.

Examples of menacing in a Sentence

formal The menacing storm clouds loomed overhead, threatening to unleash a downpour at any moment.

informal I saw a menacing looking guy hanging around the corner.

slang That dude had a real menacing vibe about him.

figurative The silence in the room was so thick and menacing, you could cut it with a knife.

Grammatical Forms of menacing

• past tense: menaced
• plural: menacing
• comparative: more menacing
• superlative: most menacing
• present tense: menaces
• future tense: will menace
• perfect tense: have menaced
• continuous tense: is menacing
• singular: menace
• positive degree: menacing
• infinitive: to menace
• gerund: menacing
• participle: menacing

Origin and Evolution of menacing

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'menacing' originated from the Old French word 'menacier' which means to threaten or menace.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'menacing' has retained its original meaning of threatening or causing fear, but has also evolved to encompass a broader range of intimidating or hostile behaviors.