Combatively: meaning, definitions and examples
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combatively
[ kəmˈbæt.ɪv.li ]
in a confrontational manner
In a combative or aggressive way, typically involving conflict or opposition.
Synonyms
aggressively, belligerently, contentiously
Examples of usage
- They argued combatively over the new policy.
- She responded combatively to the criticism.
- He approached the negotiation combatively, ready for a fight.
related to fighting or conflict
Having or showing a willingness to fight or argue.
Synonyms
aggressive, bellicose, quarrelsome
Examples of usage
- Her combative attitude often led to arguments.
- The boxer had a combative stance in the ring.
Translations
Translations of the word "combatively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 combativamente
🇮🇳 लड़ाकू रूप से
🇩🇪 kämpferisch
🇮🇩 dengan sikap berkelahi
🇺🇦 бойовито
🇵🇱 bojowo
🇯🇵 戦闘的に
🇫🇷 de manière combative
🇪🇸 combativamente
🇹🇷 savaşçı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 전투적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل قتالي
🇨🇿 bojovně
🇸🇰 bojovne
🇨🇳 战斗地
🇸🇮 bojevito
🇮🇸 bardagasinnaður
🇰🇿 жауынгерлік түрде
🇬🇪 მებრძოლად
🇦🇿 döyüşkən
🇲🇽 combativamente
Word origin
The word 'combatively' is derived from the noun 'combat', which comes from the Old French word 'combattre', meaning 'to fight'. The suffix '-ively' is added to form the adverb 'combatively', indicating the manner in which something is done. Throughout history, humans have engaged in combative behaviors for various reasons, including survival, competition, and power struggles.
See also: combatant, combatants, combative, combativeness, noncombatant.