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intimidatingly

[/ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪtɪŋli/]
adverb
de forma intimidadora
1. In a manner that causes fear or discourages someone through threats or a frightening appearance
The boxer stood intimidatingly in the ring before the match.
O boxeador se posicionou de forma intimidadora no ringue antes da luta.
2. In a way that is impressively large, powerful, or imposing
The mountain rose intimidatingly above the valley.
A montanha se erguia de forma intimidadora acima do vale.
Synonyms
threateninglymenacinglyformidablydauntingimposingly
Antonyms
reassuringlyencouraginglyapproachablywelcomingly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
de forma intimidadora
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
de jeito assustador
Alternative colloquial expression
São Paulo
de forma intimidadora
Standard usage
Portugal
de forma intimidante
Portuguese preference for 'intimidante' over 'intimidadora'

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand intimidatingly - posicionar-se de forma intimidadora
loom intimidatingly - pairar ameaçadoramente
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