aggressiveness

• Существительное, обозначающее качество быть смелым и предприимчивым, чувство враждебности, вызывающее мысли о нападении, или природную склонность к враждебности.

A noun referring to the quality of being bold and enterprising, a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack, or a natural disposition to be hostile.

uncountable

1. Bold and enterprising qualityB2formalbusiness

   The quality of being assertive, energetic, and willing to take initiative, often in a competitive context.

   Напористость

   • Her aggressiveness in business negotiations helped her secure the deal.
   • The company's aggressiveness in marketing led to a significant increase in sales.
   • His natural aggressiveness on the field made him a star player.

   Synonymsambitionassertivenessboldnessdrivedynamismenterpriseinitiativepushvigor

   Antonymspassivitytimidity

2. Hostile feelingB2formal

   A feeling of hostility or anger that can lead to thoughts of attacking or confronting others.

   Агрессивность

   • His aggressiveness during the argument made everyone uncomfortable.
   • The driver's aggressiveness on the road caused a near accident.
   • She tried to control her aggressiveness when dealing with difficult customers.

   Synonymsantagonismbellicositybelligerencecombativenesshostilitypugnacitytruculence

   Antonymsamiabilitybenevolencefriendlinessgentlenessgoodwillkindnesspeacefulness

3. Natural hostile dispositionC1formalmedical

   An inherent tendency to be hostile or confrontational in behavior or attitude.

   Агрессивность

   • The dog's aggressiveness made it unsuitable as a family pet.
   • His aggressiveness was a result of his upbringing and environment.
   • The therapist helped him understand the root causes of his aggressiveness.

   Synonymsantagonismbellicositybelligerencecombativenesscontentiousnesshostilitypugnacitytruculence

   Antonymsamiabilitygentlenessmildnesspassivitypeacefulness