aggression

• Nom désignant un comportement ou des actes hostiles, brutaux ou destructeurs, souvent caractérisés par une attaque ou une invasion non provoquée.

A noun referring to hostile, violent, or destructive behavior or actions, often characterized by an unprovoked attack or invasion.

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1. Hostile behaviorB2formal

   Feelings of anger or actions that are intended to hurt or dominate others.

   Comportement hostile

   • The dog showed aggression towards strangers.
   • His aggression during the argument was frightening.
   • The coach warned the player about his aggression on the field.

   Synonymesassaultattackbelligerencecombativenessforcefulnesshostilitymilitancyoffensepugnacityviolence

   Antonymesfriendlinessgentlenesskindnesspeacefulness

2. Military attackB2formalpolitical

   An unprovoked attack or invasion by one country against another.

   agression militaire

   • The United Nations condemned the act of aggression.
   • The country faced military aggression from its neighbor.
   • The treaty aims to prevent future aggression between nations.

   Synonymesassaultattackblitzforayincursioninvasionoffensiveonslaughtraidstrike

   Antonymescounterattackdefensereprisalretaliation

3. AssertivenessC1informal

   Forceful or determined behavior in pursuing one's goals.

   Comportement assertif

   • Her aggression in business negotiations helped her succeed.
   • He channeled his aggression into his work.
   • Healthy aggression can be useful in competitive sports.

   Synonymesassertivenessboldnessdeterminationdriveforcefulnessinitiativepush

   Antonymespassivitysubmissivenesstimidity