intimidate

/ɪntˈɪmɪdˌe‍ɪt/

/ˌɪnˈtɪmɪˌdeɪt/

[verb]

to intimidate

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to make someone feel afraid or nervous

to compel or deter by or as if by threats

Examples

1. The athlete was intimidated by his opponent's reputation, but soon discovered that the lion is not so fierce as he is painted.

2. If they think they can intimidate us, let them try.

3. Clare stood her ground in the meeting and refused to be intimidated even when Michael got angry.

4. I was intimidated by the thought of entering a competitive industry, but then I remembered that there is always room at the top - if I work hard and stay dedicated, I can carve out my own niche and make a name for myself.