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US/əˈɡres.ɪv.li/
UK/əˈɡres.ɪv.li/
in an angry, threatening way; also with a lot of energy and determination to succeed
In context
The man shouted aggressively at the waiter for bringing the wrong order.
The company is aggressively expanding into new markets across Asia.
Drivers who behave aggressively on the road cause many accidents.
Words that go with aggressively
verb + adverb
- behave aggressivelySome dogs behave aggressively when they feel scared.
- react aggressivelyTry not to react aggressively when a customer complains.
- respond aggressivelyThe government responded aggressively to the protests.
adverb + verb
- aggressively marketedSugary drinks are aggressively marketed to children.
- aggressively pursueThe new mayor promised to aggressively pursue corruption cases.
- aggressively promotedThe film was aggressively promoted on social media for months.