Synonyms for

Intimidated

Verb / ˌɪˈntɪmɪˌdeɪtɪd / Another word for intimidated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make someone feel afraid or nervous, especially because you are more powerful or knowledgeable than they are.

Synonyms & similar words

restrain intimidate scared frightened afraid terrified nervous panicked daunted dismayed awed cowed overawed bullyragged browbeat tormented menaced hounded oppressed persecuted harassed

Synonyms by register

Formal

daunted overawed subdued disheartened

Informal

spooked shaken rattled freaked out

Literary

abashed disquieted

Antonyms

brave bold confident fearless undaunted assured unafraid

Common collocations

  • intimidated by
  • intimidated into
  • intimidated the witness
  • intimidated by the size
  • intimidated by the authority
  • intimidated by the crowd

Word family

noun intimidation
verb intimidate
adjective intimidating
adverb intimidatingly

Usage note

Often used with 'by' to indicate the source of the fear or apprehension. Can also be used with 'into' to show coercion.

Example sentences

  1. She was intimidated by the large crowd at the party.
  2. The teacher intimidated the students with her strict rules.
  3. The loud noise intimidated the little girl.
  4. The bully tried to intimidate the new kid at school.
  5. The dark alley intimidated the woman walking home at night.

Quotes

  • I'm intimidated by the fear of being average.
  • Don't be intimidated by what you don't know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else.
  • I'm intimidated by the fear of being average.

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