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Wordabulary

aggressive

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Behaving in a forceful or hostile way, ready to attack or confront others.

"The dog became aggressive whenever a stranger approached the gate."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

hostile combative

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The dog became _____ whenever a stranger approached the gate."

Answer: aggressive

In your own words, what does "aggressive" mean?

Behaving in a forceful or hostile way, ready to attack or confront others.

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