intimidatory

/ɪnˈtɪmɪdəˌtɔri/
adjective
  1. Intended to frighten or threaten someone, especially to make them do something.
    • The manager's intimidatory tactics made employees too scared to ask for a raise.
    • The letter had an intimidatory tone, warning of legal action if the debt wasn't paid immediately.
    • Intimidatory behavior in the workplace is against company policy and can lead to dismissal.
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