B2 verb Neutro

aggressive

/əˈɡresɪv/

Behaving in a forceful or hostile manner, often showing a readiness to attack or argue. In a professional context, it describes a determined and bold approach to achieving success.

Exemplos

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1

The dog became aggressive when the stranger approached its food bowl.

The dog started acting in a hostile and threatening way toward the stranger.

2

The government's aggressive foreign policy has led to increased tensions in the region.

The government's forceful and confrontational international strategy caused regional stress.

3

Whoa, don't get so aggressive! I was just joking about your haircut.

Don't react so angrily; I was only making a joke.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
aggression
Verb
aggress
Advérbio
aggressively
Adjetivo
aggressive
Relacionado
aggressor
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Dica de memorização

Aggressive starts with 'Aggr-', which sounds like a growl (Grrr!). Think of a growling dog to remember its hostile meaning.

Quiz rápido

The CEO decided on an ____ expansion plan to double the company's size within a year.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: aggressive

Exemplos

1

The dog became aggressive when the stranger approached its food bowl.

everyday

The dog started acting in a hostile and threatening way toward the stranger.

2

The government's aggressive foreign policy has led to increased tensions in the region.

formal

The government's forceful and confrontational international strategy caused regional stress.

3

Whoa, don't get so aggressive! I was just joking about your haircut.

informal

Don't react so angrily; I was only making a joke.

4

Studies suggest that aggressive behavior in children can be influenced by media consumption.

academic

Research indicates that hostile actions in kids might be affected by what they watch.

5

To dominate the tech industry, the company launched an aggressive marketing campaign.

business

The firm used a very bold and energetic advertising plan to lead the market.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
aggression
Verb
aggress
Advérbio
aggressively
Adjetivo
aggressive
Relacionado
aggressor

Colocações comuns

aggressive behavior hostile or violent conduct
aggressive marketing bold and energetic advertising strategies
aggressive cancer a type of disease that spreads very quickly
highly aggressive extremely forceful or hostile
aggressive stance a confrontational position or attitude

Frases Comuns

passive-aggressive

showing indirect resistance or non-verbal hostility

aggressive growth

rapid and bold expansion of a business or investment

aggressive pricing

setting prices very low to drive out competitors

Frequentemente confundido com

aggressive vs assertive

Assertive means being confident and direct without being rude; aggressive implies hostility or a lack of respect for others.

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Notas de uso

While often negative (meaning 'angry' or 'violent'), this word is used positively in business and sports to mean 'highly competitive' and 'determined to win'.

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Erros comuns

Learners sometimes use 'aggressive' to mean simply 'energetic.' Be careful, as calling someone aggressive can be seen as an insult in social situations.

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Dica de memorização

Aggressive starts with 'Aggr-', which sounds like a growl (Grrr!). Think of a growling dog to remember its hostile meaning.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'aggressus', meaning 'stepped toward' or 'attacked'.

Padrões gramaticais

Used as a qualitative adjective. Can be followed by a preposition: aggressive towards someone/something. Comparative form: more aggressive; Superlative form: most aggressive.
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Contexto cultural

In American business culture, being 'aggressive' is often praised as a sign of a 'go-getter' attitude, whereas in some East Asian cultures, it may be viewed as a lack of harmony.

Quiz rápido

The CEO decided on an ____ expansion plan to double the company's size within a year.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: aggressive

Palavras relacionadas

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

people

A1

People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.

put

A1

To move something into a particular place or position. It is a fundamental verb used to describe the act of placing an object or setting a situation in a specific location.

mean

A1

To have a specific sense or significance, especially when explaining a word or sign. It can also describe a person's intention or the importance of something to someone.

keep

A1

To continue to have or hold something in your possession or at your disposal. It also means to remain in a specific state, condition, or position without changing.

begin

A1

To start doing something or for an event to happen for the first time. It is often used to describe the first point of a process or activity.

seem

A1

To give the impression of being something or having a particular quality based on what you see or hear. It is used to describe an appearance or feeling that may or may not be the actual truth.

help

A1

To make it easier for someone to do something by offering your services, resources, or support. It can involve physical effort, providing information, or giving money to assist a person or a cause.

talk

A1

To speak in order to give information or express ideas, feelings, or thoughts. It typically involves a conversation between two or more people or a person addressing an audience.

start

A1

To begin doing something or to cause something to happen for the first time. It is frequently used when talking about movements, journeys, or making a machine or engine begin to work.

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