intimidation

• 指通过威胁、恐吓或施压使他人感到害怕或不安全的行为，通常意在迫使对方服从；也可指因他人权势或强势地位而感到的威胁或压迫感。

A noun referring to the act of making someone feel frightened or less confident, often to force them to do something, or the feeling of being threatened or discouraged by someone's superior status or power.

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1. Coercion through fearB2formal

   The act of frightening or threatening someone weaker in order to force them to do something.

   恐吓

   • The manager used intimidation to make employees work overtime without pay.
   • Witnesses were silenced through intimidation by the gang.
   • Political leaders often deny using intimidation, yet it remains a common tactic.
   • She refused to give in to the intimidation and reported the threats to the police.

   同义词bullyingcoercionharassmentmenaceterrorizationthreatening

   反义词encouragementpersuasionreassurance

2. Feeling of inferiorityC1formal

   A feeling of discouragement or inferiority when faced with someone of superior fame, wealth, or status.

   自卑感

   • Standing next to the famous actor, he felt a wave of intimidation.
   • The lavish party caused a sense of intimidation among the less wealthy guests.
   • Many students experience intimidation when surrounded by brilliant peers.
   • Her quiet confidence masked any feeling of intimidation she might have felt.

   反义词assuranceboldnessconfidenceself-esteem

3. Feeling of fear or timidityB2formal

   The state of being made to feel afraid or timid due to a perceived threat.

   恐吓

   • The dark alley filled him with sudden intimidation.
   • Public speaking often causes intimidation even in seasoned professionals.
   • Children sometimes feel intimidation in the presence of strict teachers.
   • She overcame her intimidation and delivered a powerful speech.

   同义词alarmapprehensiondreadfearfearfulnessfrightpanicterrortimiditytrepidation

   反义词boldnessbraveryconfidencecouragefearlessness

4. Intimidating communicationB2formal

   A message or behavior intended to discourage someone from attempting something through fear.

   恐吓性沟通

   • The anonymous letter was a clear intimidation meant to stop the investigation.
   • His aggressive tone was a form of intimidation to prevent further questions.
   • Online trolls use threats and mockery as intimidation to silence dissent.
   • The boss's constant criticism was an intimidation tactic to control the team.

   同义词bullyingcoercionmenacethreat

   反义词encouragementpersuasionreassurancesupport