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menacer

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈmɛnəsər/

KK: /mɛnəsər/

noun
Definition

A person who threatens or causes fear to others.


Example

The menacer was arrested for making threats against the community.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about that guy who was acting like a menacer in the park?
Sloth B
Yeah, I saw some people talking about it online.
Sloth A
It’s crazy how some people can be such a menacer to others just for fun.
Sloth B
I know, right? It really makes you think about safety in public spaces.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
threat
intimidator
bully
Antonyms
protector
defender
savior
Root Explanation

**Menacer** → It comes from Old French *menacer*, meaning to threaten. The word originates from the Latin *minacia*, which means a threat or menace. Thus, 'menacer' means to threaten or put someone in a position of fear.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for threatening — 'menacer' directly relates to the act of putting someone in fear.

Visually Confused Words
macer
remenace
enhancer
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