pugnacity

[US]/pʌɡˈnæs.ɪ.ti/
[UK]/pʌɡˈnæs.ɪ.ti/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the quality of being combative or aggressive; readiness to fight or argue

Phrases & Collocations

excessive pugnacity

pugnacity in sports

pugnacity of youth

pugnacity breeds conflict

pugnacity and pride

pugnacity in debates

pugnacity among rivals

pugnacity displayed

pugnacity in politics

pugnacity and aggression

Example Sentences

the boxer’s pugnacity was evident in the ring.

his pugnacity often led to conflicts with his peers.

the debate turned aggressive due to her pugnacity.

despite his pugnacity, he was well-liked by his friends.

the team’s pugnacity gave them an edge in the competition.

her pugnacity was both admired and criticized.

pugnacity can sometimes lead to unnecessary disputes.

he approached the challenge with a sense of pugnacity.

the politician’s pugnacity won him many supporters.

her pugnacity in negotiations was impressive.

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