bellicoseness

/ˈbɛlɪˌkoʊsnəs/
noun
  1. The quality of being eager to fight or argue; aggressiveness.
    • The coach tried to reduce the team's bellicoseness before the match.
    • The diplomat's calm words helped calm the bellicoseness in the room.
    • His bellicoseness often got him into trouble at school.
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