angriffig
Translation
aggressive, belligerent, contentious, combative
Examples
Er hat eine sehr angriffige Art.
He has a very aggressive manner.
Sei doch nicht immer so angriffig!
Don't always be so combative!
Grammar Patterns
((predicative)) used predicatively He is very aggressive.
((attributive)) + Noun used attributively an aggressive person
Similar Words
Synonyms: aggressive, contentious; Antonyms: peaceful, defensive
Etymology
Derived from the noun 'Angriff' (attack) with the adjective-forming suffix '-ig'. It means 'attack-like'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is always ready for an 'Angriff' (attack), meaning they are contentious and combative.