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Synonyms
threat·en (thrĕt́n)

verb: -ened, -en·ing, -ens. 

transitive verb 

  1. To express a threat against.
  2. To be a source of danger to; menace.
  3. To give signs or warning of; portend.
  4. To announce the possibility of in a threat.

intransitive verb 

  1. To express or use threats.
  2. To indicate danger or harm.

derivatives

threat́en·er
noun
threat́en·ing·ly
adverb