aggressiveness

Definitions

The quality of being ready or willing to attack or confront; assertiveness or hostility.

The quality of being forceful, energetic, or determined in the pursuit of a goal.

Examples

The coach praised the team for their aggressiveness on the defensive end of the court.

His natural aggressiveness in business negotiations often intimidated his competitors.

The study explores the link between certain environmental factors and the aggressiveness of the species.

Synonyms

hostility belligerence assertiveness pugnacity truculence forcefulness combativeness

Antonyms

passivity gentleness submissiveness meekness docility peacefulness timidity