pugnacious

/pʌɡˈneɪ.ʃəs/ · adjective

Meaning

Naturally aggressive or hostile; combative; belligerent; bellicose.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

aggressive(English)hard-bitten(English)tough(English)rough(English)hard-boiled(English)belligerent(English)bellicose(English)two-fisted(English)batsman(English)ant(English)attitude(English)frequently(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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