combative
/ˈkɒmbætɪv/
com · ba · tive
ˈkɒm · bæ · tɪv
English Definition
adj. aggressive fighting argumentative
Significado en Español
combativo, belicoso
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
hiếu chiến, thích đánh nhau
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Example Sentence
The politician had a very combative style in debates.
这位政治家在辩论中风格非常好斗。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
combat (fight) + ive → combative.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “combative”.
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A
Aggressive
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B
Gentle
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C
Timid
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D
Relaxed
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A — Aggressive.
“combative” means adj. aggressive fighting argumentative
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In a ______ mood, he argued loudly with everyone at the meeting.
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A
peaceful
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B
combative
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C
cheerful
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D
gentle
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B — combative.
“combative” means adj. aggressive fighting argumentative
Common questions about “combative”
What does “combative” mean?
combative — adj. aggressive fighting argumentative. In Chinese: 好斗的，好战的.
How do you pronounce “combative”?
combative is pronounced /ˈkɒmbætɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: com · ba · tive.
How do you use “combative” in a sentence?
The politician had a very combative style in debates. (这位政治家在辩论中风格非常好斗。)
What are synonyms for “combative”?
aggressive, belligerent — all close in meaning to combative (adj. aggressive fighting argumentative).
Is “combative” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. combative appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “combative”?
combat (fight) + ive → combative.
