This is the 9727th most frequent Spanish word.
atentan
"Atentan" means "they threaten" or "they attack."
In this sentence, "atentan" is used to mean 'threaten' or 'endanger', indicating actions that compromise safety.
Las acciones irresponsables atentan contra la seguridad de todos.
Irresponsible actions threaten everyone's safety.
Here "atentan" carries the meaning of 'contradict' or 'oppose', referring to actions that conflict with established principles.
Las políticas extremas atentan contra los valores fundamentales.
Extreme policies go against fundamental values.
In this example, "atentan" is used to signify 'undermine' or 'affect negatively', describing actions impairing collective harmony.