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fighting

 

[ หˆfaษชtษชล‹ ]

Noun / Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

physical conflict

Fighting refers to a physical conflict between two or more individuals or groups. It can involve punches, kicks, wrestling, or the use of weapons. Fighting is often a result of disagreements, competition, or aggression.

Synonyms

altercation, brawl, conflict, scuffle

Examples of usage

  • The two boys were involved in a fist fight after school.
  • The fighting between the two rival gangs has escalated in recent weeks.
Context #2 | Noun

struggle or effort

Fighting can also refer to a determined effort or struggle to achieve something. It often implies a sense of perseverance, resilience, and determination in the face of challenges or obstacles.

Synonyms

battle, effort, resistance, struggle

Examples of usage

  • She showed great fighting spirit in overcoming her illness.
  • The team put up a good fight against their stronger opponents.
Context #3 | Adjective

aggressive or combative

As an adjective, fighting describes someone or something that is aggressive or eager to engage in conflict or competition. It can also imply a strong determination to achieve a goal.

Synonyms

aggressive, combative, competitive, determined

Examples of usage

  • He has a fighting spirit that never gives up.
  • The team displayed a fighting attitude throughout the game.

Translations

Translations of the word "fighting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lutando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคกเคผเคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kรคmpfen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berkelahi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพั€ะพั‚ัŒะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ walka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆˆฆใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท combat

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lucha

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรถvรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ธ์›€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุชุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ boj

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ boj

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆˆ˜ๆ–—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ boj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ berjast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐะนา›ะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒซแƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรถyรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lucha

Etymology

The word 'fighting' originated from the Old English word 'feohtan', meaning 'to combat or contend with weapons or physical force'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass not just physical conflict but also struggles and efforts in various contexts. Fighting has been a common aspect of human behavior throughout history, often tied to survival, competition, and the resolution of conflicts.

See also: fight, fighter, fighters.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,549, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.