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- pronunciation:
gre
sihv
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
characterized by hostility in action.
The small nation could not defend itself against its aggressive neighbor.When he became aggressive toward teachers, he was finally expelled from school.- synonyms:
- belligerent, hostile, militant, offensive, warlike
- antonyms:
- mild, peaceful
- similar words:
- bellicose, combative, contentious, martial, pugnacious, tough
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| definition 2: |
extremely forceful or assertive.
The more aggressive fans pushed through the crowd to get a glimpse of their idol.We need to take aggressive measures to combat this problem.- synonyms:
- assertive, bumptious, forceful, insistent, obtrusive, pushing, pushy
- antonyms:
- meek
- similar words:
- belligerent, bold, forward, intrusive, invasive, peremptory, trenchant
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| related words: |
competitive, enterprising, hostile, offensive, presumptuous, repellent, rough, turbulent, vigorous |
| contrasting words: |
passive |
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| derivations: |
aggressively (adv.), aggressiveness (n.) |
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