bedrohlich
threatening · threateningly
Etwas wirkt so, dass man Angst bekommt oder sich unsicher fühlt.
The German word "bedrohlich" is an adjective that means "threatening" or "dangerous". It is derived from the verb "bedrohen," which means "to threaten." The term is often used to describe a situation, atmosphere, or demeanor that implies a sense of fear or impending danger.
Similar words in German include "drohend" (ominous or looming), "gefährlich" (dangerous), and "bedrängend" (pressing or oppressive).
Difference:
- "Drohend" typically emphasizes a looming or imminent threat.
- "Gefährlich" refers to a general state of danger.
- "Bedrohlich" conveys a more emotional or atmospheric sense of threat rather than a physical one. It suggests an ominous feeling prevalent in a situation or environment.
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Examples
Der Himmel sieht bedrohlich aus.adjective
The sky looks threatening.
Der fremde Mann starrte ihn bedrohlich an.adverb
The strange man stared at him threateningly.
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