threat threat /ˈθrɛt/

noun

1. () Something that is a source of danger  ( menace , threat )
   something that is a source of danger
    Earthquakes are a constant threat in Japan
   earthquakes are a constant threat in Japan
   
2. () Declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another  ( threat )
   declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another
    His threat to kill me was quite explicit
   his threat to kill me was quite explicit
   
   
3. () A warning that something unpleasant is imminent  ( threat )
   a warning that something unpleasant is imminent
    They were under threat of arrest
   they were under threat of arrest
   
4. A person who inspires fear or dread  ( scourge , threat , terror )
   a person who inspires fear or dread
    He was the terror of the neighborhood
   he was the terror of the neighborhood