intimidating词源

英文词源

intimidate (v.)

1640s, from Medieval Latin intimidatus, past participle of intimidare "to frighten, intimidate," from Latin in- "in" (see in- (2)) + timidus "fearful" (see timid). Related: Intimidated; intimidating.

bullyrag

"Treat (someone) in a scolding or intimidating way", Late 18th century: of unknown origin.