aggressive
/əˈɡresɪv/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4172 in the learning path
好斗的；挑衅的
Definitions
adj. Ready to argue, threaten, or attack.
好斗的；挑衅的
adj. Using forceful, determined methods to achieve a goal.
强势进取的；积极有力的
Example
The aggressive dog growled whenever anyone approached its gate.
每当有人靠近大门，那只凶悍的狗就会低吼。
Aggressive marketing campaigns may increase sales, but they can also encourage unnecessary consumption and household debt.
强势营销活动可能提高销量，但也可能助长不必要的消费和家庭负债。
Collocations
- aggressive behaviour
- aggressive marketing
- an aggressive approach
Word family
- aggression (n.)
- aggressively (adv.)
- aggressiveness (n.)
- aggressor (n.)
Synonyms
- hostile
- combative
- forceful
Antonyms
- peaceful
- unassertive
Usage tip
形容行为常含贬义；商业语境可指强势进取。
FAQ
- What does aggressive mean?
- Ready to argue, threaten, or attack. Using forceful, determined methods to achieve a goal.
- How is aggressive pronounced?
- UK /əˈɡresɪv/, US /əˈɡresɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
