belligerent
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Aggressively hostile, showing a readiness to argue or fight.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Belligerent" as a noun also refers to a country actively engaged in a war, a more technical, historical sense.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The customer grew _____ when told the item couldn't be returned."
Answer: belligerent
In your own words, what does "belligerent" mean?
Aggressively hostile, showing a readiness to argue or fight.
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