Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imminent-threat
noun
/ˈɪmɪnənt θrɛt/
Definition
An imminent threat refers to a situation or condition that is likely to occur very soon and poses a danger to someone or something.
Examples
- The imminent threat of a storm prompted the evacuation of the beach community.
- Law enforcement responded quickly due to the imminent threat to public safety reported at the event.
- As tensions rose, officials warned of an imminent threat to national security.
Meaning
The term indicates an immediate concern that demands attention due to its potential to cause harm or adverse effects in the near future.
Synonyms
- Impending danger
- Immediate risk
- Approaching hazard
