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intimidation

/ɪn.tɪ.mɪˈdeɪ.ʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does intimidation mean?

noun

The act of making someone feel frightened or less confident, or the state of being made to feel this way. A feeling of fear or respect inspired by someone or something.

Example

"The athlete's intimidating presence on the field made her opponents nervous."

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