aggression
Translation
aggression, hostility, attack
Examples
The dog showed signs of aggression towards strangers.
The dog showed signs of aggression towards strangers.
The country was accused of military aggression.
The country was accused of military aggression.
Grammar Patterns
((aggression)) ((towards sb./sth.)) hostile or violent behavior towards someone or something He has a problem with aggression towards his colleagues.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hostility, belligerence, antagonism; Antonyms: peace, friendliness
Etymology
From Latin 'aggressio', from 'aggredi' meaning 'to attack'. 'ad-' (to, toward) + 'gradi' (to step, to go). So, 'to step toward' someone to attack.
Memory Tips
Think of 'ag-' as 'at' and 'gress' as 'go'. To 'go at' someone is aggression.