intimidate

Definition

  • verb: to make (someone) afraid
  • verb: to make timid or fearful
  • often used as '(be) intimidated'
  • synonyms: frighten, abash, admonish

Examples

  • I feel less 'intimidated' now than I did when I started the job.

  • You shouldn't allow his reputation to 'intimidate' you.

  • Many people 'are intimidated' by new technology.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I just wanted... I don't understand why you're helping her. You've gotta get Birch on board. The Underwoods have lied to me, they've used me, they've tried to intimidate me. I don't know what Claire's up to, but I'm not gonna let it happen without a fight, not with the State Department against it. (..)
    2016 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 45 Season: 4 Episode 6