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intimidating

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﹒Having a frightening or overwhelming effect that discourages or inhibits others.

﹒Causing someone to feel timid, nervous, or fearful.

Examples

﹒The sheer size of the mountain was quite intimidating to the inexperienced hikers.

﹒She tried to hide her nervousness, even though the professor's reputation was rather intimidating.

﹒The silence in the room felt intimidating as everyone waited for the final verdict.

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