menacing Meaning & Definition
What Does Menacing Mean?
Menacing is an adjective that means Synonym of threatening in its various senses. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of menace. As a noun, it means The act of making menaces or threats.
Menacing at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɛnɪsɪŋ/ |
| Synonyms | baleful, sinister and minatory |
| Plural | menacings |
| Comparative / superlative | more menacing, most menacing |
Menacing Definition (Adjective)
- Synonym of threatening in its various senses.
menacing look
Menacing as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of menace
Menacing as a Noun
- The act of making menaces or threats.
Verb
- To make threats against (someone); to intimidate.
to menace a country with war
- To threaten (an evil to be inflicted).
- To endanger (someone or something); to imperil or jeopardize.
Adjective
- Suggesting imminent harm.
- Threatening.
Synonyms of Menacing
Menacing synonyms and antonyms →Menacing in a Sentence
menacing look
menacing smile
menacing tone of voice
to menace a country with war
Word Forms & Grammar
menacing (comparative more menacing, superlative most menacing)
menacing
menacing (plural menacings)
Questions People Ask About Menacing
Is menacing an adjective or a verb?
Menacing is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb and a noun.
What is another word for menacing?
Words with a similar meaning to menacing include baleful, sinister and minatory. See the full list of menacing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of menacing?
The plural of menacing is menacings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of menacing?
The comparative form is more menacing and the superlative form is most menacing.