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US/əˈɡreʃ.ən/
UK/əˈɡreʃ.ən/
angry or violent behavior toward another person, or a strong readiness to attack or fight
In context
The researchers studied whether violent video games increase aggression in teenagers.
Verbal aggression at work can seriously damage team morale.
The government condemned the act of aggression against its northern border.
Words that go with aggression
adjective + noun
- physical aggressionPhysical aggression is more common in young children.
- verbal aggressionVerbal aggression often comes before physical conflict.
verb + noun
- show aggressionSome animals show aggression when they feel threatened.
noun + preposition
- act of aggressionThe attack was called an act of aggression.
- aggression towardThe study measured aggression toward other students.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He has many aggressions.Correct: He shows a lot of aggression.