Menace and Refuge

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Menace noun - Something that may cause injury or harm.

Usage example: a loaded gun is a menace that this household doesn't need

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Refuge is an antonym for menace.

Nearby Words: menacing, menaced

Refuge noun - Something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger.

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Menace is an antonym for refuge.

Nearby Words: refugee, refugia

pure	pure menace	pure refuge
similar	similar menace	similar refuge
sheer	sheer menace	sheer refuge
actual	actual menace	actual refuge
Other adjectives: real, serious, ancient, possible, greater, titular, latest, giant, bigger.

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