Aggression

/əˈɡrɛʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Hostile or violent behavior or attitudes.

His aggression during the negotiation made the other party uncomfortable.

The action of attacking without provocation.

The aggression shown by the rival team was unexpected.

An offensive act or behavior.

The sudden aggression from the animal startled the hikers.

A fierce and forceful attitude or approach.

Her aggression in the debate helped her win the argument.

Latin aggredi, meaning 'to attack, approach'

verbal aggression

Use of angry and hostile language.

physical aggression

Use of force or violence against someone.

overt aggression

Visible and observable hostile behavior.

aggressive

Tending to behave in a hostile manner.

aggressor

A person or nation that commits an act of aggression.

Throwing shade

When she insulted my outfit, it was like throwing shade.

Going off

When he started yelling, he was really going off on everyone.

Beef

They have beef ever since that incident.