aggression
|ag/gres/sion|
/əˈɡrɛʃən/
hostile behavior
Etymology
'aggression' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aggressio,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'gradi' meant 'to step.'
'aggressio' transformed into the French word 'agression,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aggression' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to step towards,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'hostile behavior or attack.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
hostile or violent behavior or attitudes towards another; readiness to attack or confront.
The dog's aggression was evident when it barked at strangers.
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Noun 2
the action of attacking without provocation, especially in a military context.
The country's aggression led to international condemnation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35