Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

menace

noun and verb
/ˈmɛnəs/
Definition
A threat or danger that causes worry or harm.
Examples
  • The dark clouds created a menace to the evening picnic.
  • The bully was seen as a menace by the other students.
  • His reckless driving became a menace on the roads.
Meaning
Menace refers to something that poses a risk or is likely to cause harm. It can be a person, an action, or a situation that is perceived as dangerous or threatening.
Synonyms
  • threat
  • danger
  • hazard
  • nuisance
  • peril