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intimidating

adjective/ɪnˈtɪməˌdeɪtɪŋ/

definition

causing fear or apprehension

example

The tall man with a loud voice looked very intimidating to the shy children.

synonyms
frighteningscarydaunting
word origin — From the Latin 'intimidare', meaning 'to frighten'