threatening
/ˈθɹɛt.n̩.ɪŋ/
verb
Meaning
To make a threat against someone; to use threats.
"He threatened me with a knife."
To menace, or be dangerous.
"The rocks threatened the ship's survival."
To portend, or give a warning of.
"The black clouds threatened heavy rain."
To be close to equaling or surpassing (a record, etc.)
noun
Meaning
An act of threatening; a threat.
adjective
Meaning
Presenting a threat; menacing; frightening.
"Never turn your back to someone who is displaying threatening behavior."