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intimidating

[/ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪtɪŋ/]
adjective
intimidador
1. causing someone to feel frightened, threatened, or lacking confidence
The intimidating presence of the security guards made everyone nervous.
A presença intimidadora dos seguranças deixou todos nervosos.
2. appearing threatening or aggressive in manner or appearance
He spoke in an intimidating tone that silenced the room.
Ele falava em um tom intimidador que silenciava a sala.
3. difficult or challenging in a way that discourages effort or confidence
Starting a new job can be intimidating for most people.
Começar um novo emprego pode ser intimidador para a maioria das pessoas.
Synonyms
threateningmenacingdauntingformidablediscouragingfrightening
Antonyms
reassuringencouragingcomfortingwelcomingfriendly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
intimidador
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
intimidador
standard usage
São Paulo
intimidador
standard usage
Portugal
intimidador
standard usage, sometimes 'assustador'

Related Idioms & Phrases

intimidating presence
intimidating atmosphere
intimidating factor
find something intimidating
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