Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ameacar

verb
ah-meh-ah-CAR
Definition
Ameacar is a Portuguese verb that means to threaten or to intimidate someone.
Examples
  • Ele ameacou o rival durante a briga. (He threatened the rival during the fight.)
  • Não ameaces as crianças, isso não é justo. (Don’t threaten the children, that’s not fair.)
Meaning
To express an intention to cause harm or to instill fear in someone.
Synonyms
  • Intimidar
  • Amedrontar
  • Coagir