minatory
adjective | /minatory/
Advanced WordsHARD
expressing or conveying a threat
minatory
adjective | /minatory/
Advanced WordsHARDexpressing or conveying a threat
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Synonyms
threateningmenacingominousbalefulsinister
Antonyms
encouragingcomfortingharmlessbenign
Examples
"The minatory tone of the message alarmed the staff."
"He received a minatory warning that he should stop his investigations."
Mnemonic Trick
MINATORY → MINE + ATTORY: think "menacing" — threatening message.
Etymology
From Latin minari “to threaten.”
Used for threatening or menacing expressions.
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/15/2025
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