English Word · Intermediate
threat
An expression of intent to injure or punish another
Pronunciation: thrĕt
Meaning
An expression of intent to injure or punish another.
Example
There is no terror, Cassius, in your threats.
There is no terror, Cassius, in your threats.
Practice tips
- Practice threat out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.