aggressive
/əˈɡresɪv/
ag · gres · sive
ə · ˈɡres · ɪv
English Definition
adj. ready to attack, assertive
Significado en Español
agresivo, enérgico
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
hung hăng, tích cực
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Example Sentence
Don't be so aggressive.
别那么咄咄逼人。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ag(go)+gress(advance)+ive
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “aggressive”:
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A
assertive
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B
passive
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C
timid
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D
gentle
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A — assertive.
“aggressive” means adj. ready to attack, assertive
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In order to succeed in the competitive environment, the company decided to adopt a more _____ strategy.
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A
aggressive
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B
passive
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C
neutral
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D
hesitant
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A — aggressive.
“aggressive” means adj. ready to attack, assertive
Common questions about “aggressive”
What does “aggressive” mean?
aggressive — adj. ready to attack, assertive. In Chinese: 侵略性的，积极进取的.
How do you pronounce “aggressive”?
aggressive is pronounced /əˈɡresɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ag · gres · sive.
How do you use “aggressive” in a sentence?
Don't be so aggressive. (别那么咄咄逼人。)
What are synonyms for “aggressive”?
assertive, forceful — all close in meaning to aggressive (adj. ready to attack, assertive).
Is “aggressive” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. aggressive appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “aggressive”?
ag(go)+gress(advance)+ive
