💢pugnacity

noun
/pʌɡˈnæsɪti/

Meaning

A natural disposition to be combative or aggressive.

Example Sentences

The coach admired the player's pugnacity on the field.

Synonyms

aggressiveness, hostility, combativeness, fierceness

Antonyms

calmness, peacefulness, gentleness

Collocations

display pugnacity, show pugnacity, admired for pugnacity

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