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MENACE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Menace.

How to pronounce menace:

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Menace - as a noun

Something that is a source of danger

Example: "Earthquakes are a constant threat in japan"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
threat9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
danger8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A threat or the act of threatening

Example: "He spoke with desperate menace"

Menace - as a verb

Pose a threat to; present a danger to

Example: "The pollution is endangering the crops"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endanger10imperil11jeopardise20jeopardize29peril7threaten11

Express a threat either by an utterance or a gesture

Example: "He menaced the bank manager with a stick"

Act in a threatening manner

Example: "A menacing person"

Example Sentences

"The bear is a menace in this area."
"The stray dogs are becoming a menace to the neighborhood."
"The heavy traffic is a constant menace on this road."
"He was arrested for making threats and behaving like a menace."
"The storm turned into a dangerous menace, causing widespread damage."
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Word Game Points

Is MENACE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, menace is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MENACE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is MENACE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, menace is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MENACE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is MENACE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, menace is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MENACE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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