Basic Details
Word: Threat
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A warning that someone may cause harm or trouble.
Synonyms: Danger, menace, intimidation
Antonyms: Safety, protection, reassurance
Idioms and Phrases
- Under threat: In a situation where something is at risk. Example: "The endangered species is under threat due to habitat loss."
- Threat and intimidation: To use fear to influence others. Example: "Using threat and intimidation is never the right way to get what you want."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The threat of a storm caused everyone to stay indoors for the day.
Example 2: The teacher warned students that cheating would lead to a serious threat to their grades.
Example 3: The threat of losing the game motivated the team to play harder.
Fun Fact
The word "threat" comes from the Old English word "þreat," which meant "a crowd or assembly," which transformed into a warning about danger over time.
Famous Quote
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." – Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "threat" mean?
a) A promise of help
b) A warning of harm or danger
c) A sign of good luck
d) A request for assistance
Answer: b) A warning of harm or danger
2. Which of these is a synonym of "threat"?
a) Joy
b) Menace
c) Friendship
d) Celebration
Answer: b) Menace
3. What is the opposite of "threat"?
a) Danger
b) Safety
c) Risk
d) Warning
Answer: b) Safety
4. Which sentence uses "threat" correctly?
a) The threat of rain made everyone excited.
b) She felt a threat when she saw the friendly dog.
c) The threat of losing points pushed the team to try harder.
d) He always greets with a threat and a smile.
Answer: c) The threat of losing points pushed the team to try harder.
5. Which idiom relates to "threat"?
a) Under threat
b) On cloud nine
c) As clear as mud
d) In hot water
Answer: a) Under threat
