aggressive
[ uh-gres-iv ]
/ əˈgrɛs ɪv /
adjective
SYNONYMS FOR aggressive
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Origin of aggressive
First recorded in 1690–1700; from Late Latin aggressīvus, derivative of Latin aggressus, past participle of aggredī “to go to, approach, attack”
OTHER WORDS FROM aggressive
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British Dictionary definitions for aggressive
aggressive
/ (əˈɡrɛsɪv) /
adjective
quarrelsome or belligerentan aggressive remark
assertive; vigorousan aggressive business executive
Derived forms of aggressive
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Medical definitions for aggressive
aggressive
[ ə-grĕs′ĭv ]
adj.
Characterized by aggression.
Inclined to behave in a hostile fashion.
Tending to spread quickly, as a tumor; fast-growing.
Characterized by or inclined toward vigorous or intensive medical treatment.
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