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THREATENED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Threatened.

How to pronounce threatened:

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Threatened - as an adjective satellite

(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered

Example: "The spotted owl is a threatened species, not yet an endangered one"

Threatened - as a verb

To make a threat against someone; to use threats.

Example: "He threatened me with a knife."

To menace, or be dangerous.

Example: "The rocks threatened the ship's survival."

To portend, or give a warning of.

Example: "The black clouds threatened heavy rain."

To be close to equaling or surpassing (a record, etc.)

Threatened - as an adjective

(of a plant or animal) at risk of becoming endangered in the near future.

Feeling insecure or vulnerable.

Example Sentences

"He felt threatened by the looming dark clouds."
"The angry dog growled and threatened anyone who approached."
"The protesters' actions threatened the peace of the city."
"The threatened species must be protected to prevent extinction."
"The coach threatened to kick the player off the team."
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Word Game Points

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

THREATENED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is THREATENED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, threatened is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THREATENED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is THREATENED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, threatened is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
THREATENED has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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