aggressiveness

• Sustantivo que denota la cualidad de ser audaz y emprendedor, un sentimiento de hostilidad que provoca pensamientos de ataque, o la tendencia natural a la agresión.

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.

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1. Bold and enterprising qualityB2formalbusiness

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

   agresividad (en el sentido de iniciativa)

   • 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.

   Sinónimosambitionassertivenessboldnessdrivedynamismenterpriseinitiativepushvigor

   Antónimospassivitytimidity

2. Hostile feelingB2formal

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

   Agresividad

   • 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.

   Sinónimosantagonismbellicositybelligerencecombativenesshostilitypugnacitytruculence

   Antónimosamiabilitybenevolencefriendlinessgentlenessgoodwillkindnesspeacefulness

3. Natural hostile dispositionC1formalmedical

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

   Agresividad natural

   • 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.

   Sinónimosantagonismbellicositybelligerencecombativenesscontentiousnesshostilitypugnacitytruculence

   Antónimosamiabilitygentlenessmildnesspassivitypeacefulness