aggression
/əˈɡrɛʃən/
noun
- Violent or hostile behavior toward another person or group.
- The coach warned the player that any aggression toward teammates would not be tolerated.
- Aggression between the two rival gangs led to several arrests.
- Some animals show aggression only when protecting their young.
- An unprovoked attack or invasion, especially by one country against another.
- The United Nations condemned the act of aggression against the small nation.
- History books often discuss the aggression that started the war.
- The treaty was designed to prevent future military aggression.
- Forceful or determined behavior in pursuing a goal (often in a positive or neutral sense).
- You need a bit of healthy aggression to succeed in competitive sports.
- Her sales aggression helped her become the top performer on the team.
- The lawyer's calm aggression in the courtroom impressed the jury.