unintimidating
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/ˌʌnɪnˈtɪmɪˌdeɪtɪŋ/
(intimidate)
to frighten or overawe
Etymology
'unintimidating' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'intimidating', which comes from the Latin word 'intimidare', where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'timidus' meant 'fearful'.
'intimidare' transformed into the French word 'intimider', and eventually became the modern English word 'intimidate', with 'un-' added to form 'unintimidating'.
Initially, 'intimidate' meant 'to make fearful', and 'unintimidating' evolved to mean 'not making fearful'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not causing fear or apprehension; not intimidating.
The teacher's unintimidating demeanor made students feel comfortable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41