intimidatingly

In overwhelming fashion

In a manner that creates fear or unease, often through impressive size, skill, or intensity.

Someone may be intimidatingly tall, intimidatingly smart, or intimidatingly beautiful—qualities so pronounced they make others feel inadequate or hesitant to approach.

manner

menacingly

In a threatening way

sternly · fiercely · formidably · imposingly · commandingly · imperiously · unapproachably · aggressively · overwhelmingly · forbiddingly

competence

brilliantly

With remarkable excellence

impressively · prodigiously · exceptionally · remarkably · formidably · world-class · elite · peerlessly · superbly · matchlessly

appearance

imposing

Impressively grand in scale

hulking · muscular · glowering · scowling · steely-eyed · broad-shouldered · chiseled · statuesque · monumental · domineering

effect

daunting

Discouraging through difficulty

discouraging · paralyzing · cowing · browbeating · overawing · humbling · silencing · subduing · rattling · unsettling

Opposites
manner of emotional effect

intimidatinglyencouragingly

In a supportive way

reassuringly · comfortingly · supportively · soothingly · warmly

approachability

intimidatinglywelcomingly

In a receptive manner

invitingly · friendly · accessibly · disarmingly · hospitably

Family

intimidating, unintimidating

Familiarity
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G