Aggressive meaning in English
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Definition
(to be) aggressive: (to be) hostile, provocative, offensive
James is a very aggressive person and regularly starts fights.
Examples
- "You've only been alive for a matter of months, but I've already had reports of public indecency, aggressive lullaby singing, diaper throwing, tummy aches, temper tantrums, loud crying and some very serious accusations of milk abuse."
- "Wang's youngest son Lee took the reins using aggressive tactics: Lee's elder brother Yao, the leading candidate for the position, was found hospitalized in Beijing with both legs broken and his ear missing."
- "The record turnover is mainly due to an aggressive discount policy implemented by Delavigne's Head of Sales, Philip Cheeter."
Exercise 1
From the list below, select those terms which could describe Wendy, according to Icarus.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
From the list below, select those terms which could describe Wendy, according to Icarus.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
Icarus describes himself as being "upset" by Wendy's behaviour: he does not say that SHE was "upset". To be "upset" is to be "sad" or "emotionally disturbed".
Icarus writes that he received "abuse" from Wendy, which means that she behaved "aggressively" or "abusively" towards him. These two terms share a similar meaning. The terms "abuse" and "aggression" refer to "mistreatment". Icarus also writes that Wendy "shouted at" him, which is characteristic of "aggressive" behaviour.
It is Icarus who is "teary" after his conversation with Wendy, not the other way round.
"Impolite" shares a very similar meaning with "rude", which is one of the words Icarus uses to describe Wendy in his email. If someone is "rude" or "impolite", they do not have good manners, or do not show consideration for others.
Exercise 2
Trey says that he cares. This means that he is .
Trey says that he cares. This means that he is interested and concerned.
interested and concerned: The verb "to care" has several meanings, and in this context conveys that someone is concerned and gives attention to someone or something else. Example: As a doctor I care very much about my patients' health. The terms "interested" and "concerned" share a similar meaning with "to care".
energetic and aggressive: The terms "energetic" and "aggressive" indicate that someone has a lot of energy and is assertive. Example: I'm energetic and aggressive about advancing my career. These terms do not share a similar meaning with the verb "to care".
diligent and serious: The terms "diligent" and "serious" indicate that someone is focused and resolute about their work. Example: My boss is very diligent and serious during meetings. Someone who cares about their work might display these qualities, but these terms do not share a similar meaning with the verb "to care".
decisive and determined: The term "decisive" indicates that someone can make important and difficult decisions. The term "determined" indicates that someone is aggressive and continues trying to put something into effect or make something happen. Example: The president was very decisive in legal issues, and determined to get those issues passed as laws. These terms do not share a similar meaning with the verb "to care".
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