Aggressively: meaning, definitions and examples
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aggressively
[ əˈɡrɛsɪvli ]
used to describe an action or behavior
In a forceful and assertive manner, typically involving hostility or confrontation.
Synonyms
assertively, forcefully, hostilely
Examples of usage
- She spoke aggressively, making it clear she was not backing down.
- He approached the situation aggressively, ready to fight for what he believed in.
used in a sports or competitive context
With great intensity and determination, often aiming for victory or dominance.
Synonyms
competitively, determinedly, intensely
Examples of usage
- The team played aggressively, putting pressure on their opponents.
- She competed aggressively, showing her strong desire to win.
Translations
Translations of the word "aggressively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 agressivamente
🇮🇳 आक्रामक रूप से
🇩🇪 aggressiv
🇮🇩 dengan agresif
🇺🇦 агресивно
🇵🇱 agresywnie
🇯🇵 攻撃的に (こうげきてきに)
🇫🇷 agressivement
🇪🇸 agresivamente
🇹🇷 agresif bir şekilde
🇰🇷 공격적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل عدواني
🇨🇿 agresivně
🇸🇰 agresívne
🇨🇳 攻击性地 (gōngjí xìng de)
🇸🇮 agresivno
🇮🇸 árásargjarnt
🇰🇿 агрессивті түрде
🇬🇪 აგრესიულად
🇦🇿 aqressiv şəkildə
🇲🇽 agresivamente
Word origin
The word 'aggressively' stems from the adjective 'aggressive,' which originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'aggress-' meaning 'to attack.' Over time, the adverb 'aggressively' evolved to describe actions or behaviors characterized by forcefulness, assertiveness, and intensity.
See also: nonaggressive.