aggression
Translation
aggression, hostility, attack
Examples
The dog showed signs of aggression.
The dog showed signs of aggression.
The country's act of aggression was condemned.
The country's act of aggression was condemned.
Grammar Patterns
aggression towards ((sb./sth.)) hostile or violent behaviour or attitudes towards another The dog showed aggression towards strangers.
an act of aggression a hostile action The country's act of aggression was condemned.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hostility, belligerence; Antonyms: peace, friendliness
Etymology
From Latin 'aggressio' (an attack), from 'aggredi' (to attack), which is from 'ad-' (to) + 'gradi' (to step, go).
Memory Tips
Think of 'ag-' (to) + 'gress' (step) -> 'stepping towards' someone to attack them.