THREATENS
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Threatens.
Threatens - as a verb
Pose a threat to; present a danger to
Example: "The pollution is endangering the crops"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endangerimperiljeopardisejeopardizemenaceperilTo utter intentions of injury or punishment against
Example: "He threatened me when i tried to call the police"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
warnHyponyms (Broadly Related)
To be a menacing indication of something
Example: "The clouds threaten rain"
Example Sentences
"The storm threatens to damage the houses in the neighborhood."
"Her aggressive behavior threatens the stability of the team."
"He threatens to quit his job if he doesn't get a raise."
"The dictator threatens to invade the neighboring country."
"The rising sea level threatens coastal communities."
Word Game Points
Is THREATENS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, threatens is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
THREATENS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is THREATENS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, threatens is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTHREATENS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is THREATENS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, threatens is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTHREATENS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
