THREAT
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Threat.
How to pronounce threat:
US
Threat - as a noun
Something that is a source of danger
Example: "Earthquakes are a constant threat in japan"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
menaceHypernyms (Closely Related)
dangerHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A warning that something unpleasant is imminent
Example: "They were under threat of arrest"
Declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another
Example: "His threat to kill me was quite explicit"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
declarationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Threat - as a verb
To press; urge; compel.
To threaten.
To use threats; act or speak menacingly; threaten.
Example Sentences
"The man made a threat to harm his neighbors if they didn't quiet down."
"The government received a credible threat of a terrorist attack."
"She felt a constant threat of losing her job."
"The storm posed a threat to the coastal towns."
"The company faced the threat of bankruptcy due to poor financial management."
Word Game Points
Is THREAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, threat is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
THREAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is THREAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, threat is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTHREAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is THREAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, threat is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTHREAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
