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Synonyms & Similar Words
aggressive
combative
confrontational
contentious
feisty
fierce
fiery
hostile
militant
quarrelsome
belligerent
bellicose
cantankerous
disputatious
truculent
argumentative
pugnacious
irascible
testy
touchy
fractious
choleric
irritable
petulant
peevish
querulous
contentious
obstinate
stubborn
defiant
rebellious
aggressive
violent
Meaning of Pugnacious
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, pugnacious refers to having or showing a quarrelsome or aggressive nature, being ready to fight or argue
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines pugnacious as having a combative or quarrelsome nature, being warlike or belligerent
- Cambridge Dictionary describes pugnacious as having a strong wish to fight or argue, being aggressive or quarrelsome
Example Uses
- The pugnacious politician was known for his aggressive debating style and his ability to provoke his opponents
- The pugnacious dog was always ready to fight, and its owners had to be careful when taking it for a walk
- The team's pugnacious coach was infamous for his confrontational behavior on the sidelines