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- Dictionaryaggressive/əˈɡrɛsɪv/
adjective
- 1. ready or likely to attack or confront; characterized by or resulting from aggression: "he's very uncooperative and aggressive" Similar Opposite
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AGGRESSIVE definition: 1. showing anger and a willingness to attack other people: 2. determined to win or succeed and…. Learn more.
1. a. : tending toward or exhibiting aggression. aggressive behavior. b. : marked by combative readiness. an aggressive fighter. 2. a. : marked by obtrusive energy and self-assertiveness. a rude, aggressive personality. b. : marked by driving forceful energy or initiative : enterprising. an aggressive salesman. 3.
Definitions of aggressive. adjective. characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight. “ aggressive acts against another country” synonyms: belligerent. hostile. characterized by enmity or ill will. adjective. having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends. “an aggressive businessman” “an aggressive basketball player”
Aggressive definition: characterized by or tending toward unprovoked offensives, attacks, invasions, or the like; militantly forward or menacing. See examples of AGGRESSIVE used in a sentence.
1. characterized by or tending toward aggression. 2. vigorously energetic, esp. in the use of initiative and forcefulness; boldly assertive: an aggressive salesperson. 3. (of an investment) emphasizing maximum growth over assured income.
showing anger and a willingness to attack other people: The stereotype is that men tend to be more aggressive than women. If I criticize him, he gets aggressive and starts shouting. Aggressive behavior will not be tolerated in the classroom. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. violent Her ex-boyfriend was violent.
An aggressive person or animal has a quality of anger and determination that makes them ready to attack other people. Some children are much more aggressive than others. These fish are very aggressive. Aggressive behaviour is a sign of emotional distress.
Definition of aggressive adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
AGGRESSIVE definition: 1. behaving in an angry and violent way towards another person: 2. using forceful methods and…. Learn more.
adjective. Aggressing or inclined to aggress; starting fights or quarrels. Webster's New World. Inclined to behave in an actively hostile fashion. An aggressive regime. American Heritage. Ready or willing to take issue or engage in direct action; militant. Webster's New World. Assertive, bold, and energetic. An aggressive sales campaign.
