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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His mode of reiteration and attenuation is an ominous portent for the future of fiction.

— David Denby, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
Once a rare occurrence, the ominous signal is becoming a more regular event thanks to the worsening climate crisis.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of ominous

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Julia, on the other hand, is forced to return to Castle Leathers and face her sinister husband, Lord Lovat (Tony Curran), who still believes that Julia’s child is his own.

— Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2026
The longtime Adult Swim mischief-maker behind the viral hits ‘Too Many Cooks’ and ‘Yule Log’ specializes in hijacking familiar media formats, revealing the sinister anxieties beneath them.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 28 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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