aggressiveness
Translation
aggressiveness
Examples
His aggressiveness is a problem at work.
His aggressiveness is a problem at work.
A certain level of aggressiveness is needed to succeed.
A certain level of aggressiveness is needed to succeed.
Grammar Patterns
Used as a subject or object. His aggressiveness is a problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hostility, assertiveness; Antonyms: passivity, gentleness
Etymology
From the adjective 'aggressive' plus the suffix '-ness', which forms nouns indicating a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The '-ness' on the end turns the adjective 'aggressive' into a noun representing the quality of being aggressive.