Pronunciation

/əˈɡresɪv/

Definitions

Noun

• Aggression: The act or tendency to behave aggressively, often characterized by hostile or forceful behavior.
• Aggressive behavior: Forceful or assertive actions, typically with the intent to harm, dominate, or intimidate others.
• Aggressive personality: A disposition characterized by assertiveness, competitiveness, and a readiness to challenge or defy authority.

Verb

• To be aggressive: To exhibit or display an aggressive attitude or behavior towards others.
• To engage in aggression: To initiate or participate in confrontational or hostile actions.

Adjective

• Aggressive: Displaying or characterized by a readiness to attack, dominate, or assert oneself forcefully.
• Assertive: Confident and forceful in expressing one’s opinions or desires.

Adverb

• Aggressively: In a manner that is forceful, confrontational, or dominant.

Phrases

• “Display aggressive behavior”
• “React aggressively to a situation”
• “Speak aggressively to defend one’s point”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The team’s aggressive play style helped them win the championship.”
• Verb: “He became aggressive when defending his position on the issue.”
• Adjective: “The dog approached the stranger in an aggressive manner.”
• Adverb: “She spoke aggressively to silence the crowd.”

Synonyms

• Hostile
• Assertive
• Intimidating
• Forceful
• Competitive
• Bold
• Pushy
• Robust
• Strong-willed

Antonyms

• Passive
• Non-confrontational
• Gentle
• Tame
• Submissive
• meek
• docile