aggression

Definition

  • n. a disposition to behave aggressively
  • n. a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack
  • n. violent action that is hostile and usually unprovoked
  • n. the act of initiating hostilities

Word forms

Plural
aggressions

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The country faced aggression from its neighbor, leading to a tense situation.

  2. n.

    The doctor explained that the patient's aggression was a reaction to the pain.