menaced
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmɛnɪst/
KK: /ˈmɛnɪst/
adjective
Definition
In a state of being threatened or in danger.
Example
The menaced animals sought shelter from the storm.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more menaced
Superlative: most menaced
Conversation
Did you hear about the dog that menaced the kids at the park yesterday?
Yeah, I saw that on the news! It sounded really scary.
I can’t believe how menaced they must have felt during that incident.
I know! It’s important for the owners to keep their pets under control.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
threatened
endangered
vulnerable
Antonyms
safe
secure
protected
verb
Definition
To threaten or cause fear to someone or something.
Example
The storm menaced the small coastal town, making everyone anxious.
Tense Forms
Past: menaced
Past Participle: menaced
Conversation
Did you hear about the dog that menaced the kids at the park yesterday?
No way! What did it do?
It ran around barking and acting all aggressive, but it didn’t actually bite anyone.
Root Explanation
Menaced → It is formed from 'menacer' (from Old French, meaning to threaten) and the past participle suffix '-ed' (indicating a completed action). The word 'menaced' means to have been threatened or put in danger.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word 'menacer' which means to threaten — this helps you remember that 'menaced' means having been threatened.
Visually Confused Words
unmenaced
remenace
enhanced
enarched