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The correct spelling is threatened.
How to pronounce threatened
/ˈθɹɛt.n̩d/
verbIPA: /ˈθɹɛt.n̩d/
Say it like: Thr-eet-ene-d
The correct spelling is threatened. To make a threat against someone; to use threats. For example: "He threatened me with a knife."
Usage Examples
“He threatened me with a knife.”
“The rocks threatened the ship's survival.”
“The black clouds threatened heavy rain.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To make a threat against someone; to use threats.
- 2.To menace, or be dangerous.
- 3.To portend, or give a warning of.
- 4.To be close to equaling or surpassing (a record, etc.)
adjective
- 1.(of a plant or animal) At risk of becoming endangered in the near future.
- 2.Feeling insecure or vulnerable.
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