MINATORY Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

minatory

adjective

ˈmi-nə-ˌtȯr-ē

Definition of minatory

as in ominous

being or showing a sign of evil or calamity to come the novel's protagonist is haunted by a minatory black specter

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Recent Examples of minatory Among the richest of the novel’s many pleasures are just such minor characters, including some irresistibly vain and grasping thespians and the minatory Appleby brothers, talent agents of sorts who shamelessly throw their considerable weight around. — Daniel Akst, WSJ, 15 Jan. 2021

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Admittedly, Mitchell is fairly creative in sketching the run-up to the dinosaur takeover, which includes ominous signs such as long-extinct plant life taking root overnight.

— Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2026
An international cast fueled a show that featured people gifted with superpowers around the world that had a mysteriously ominous connection.

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of ominous

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But now Disney has shared more of what’s coming to the sinister territory just beyond the spires of the park’s Wildest Ride in the Wilderness.

— Megan duBois, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026
In the more familiar galaxy far, far away, their friends Hera Syndulla, Ezra Bridger, Zeb Orrelios and Chopper must face the powerful Grand Admiral Thrawn and his sinister allies, who seek to plunge the fledgling New Republic into war.

— Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of sinister

Adjective

But Nile’s menacing quiet luxury also manifests his petulant rebellion and desire to break free from the shadow — and control — of his father, Martin (Jonathan Banks).

— Fawnia Soo Hoo, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Sliding bass, sharp percussion and dark production create a menacing backdrop for Pop Smoke’s unmistakably deep voice, which lands as another rhythmic element within the track.

— Brittney Williams, Billboard, 25 Aug. 2026

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