This is the 2699th most frequent German word.
gedroht
"Gedroht" means "threatened."
In this sentence, 'gedroht' indicates a verbal threat intended to prompt action or compliance, showing a direct usage in terms of consequences.
Der Lehrer hat den Schülern gedroht, wenn sie ihre Hausaufgaben nicht machen.
The teacher threatened the students if they didn't do their homework.
Here, 'gedroht' is used metaphorically to describe an impending danger suggested by the clouds.
Die dunklen Wolken am Himmel haben einen Sturm gedroht.
The dark clouds in the sky threatened a storm.
In this context, 'gedroht' expresses a personal statement of intent to withdraw cooperation if certain conditions persist.