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Synonyms & Similar Words
aggressive
argumentative
bellicose
belligerent
cantankerous
confrontational
contentious
disputatious
feisty
fierce
fiery
hostile
intractable
irascible
militant
pugnacious
quarrelsome
scrappy
truculent
uncompromising
uncooperative
vindictive
violent
warlike
antagonistic
combative
defiant
disruptive
forceful
insubordinate
obstinate
rebellious
resistant
ruthless
stubborn
tempestuous
unyielding
Meaning of Combative
According to Merriam-Webster, combative refers to having or showing a strong and uncooperative desire to fight or argue
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines combative as having a strong tendency to fight or argue, or feeling and showing a strong desire to fight or argue
- Cambridge Dictionary describes combative as willing to fight or argue, and showing a strong and often unreasonable desire to do so
Example Uses
- The politician's combative style often led to heated debates with her opponents
- He had a combative personality, which made it difficult for him to work in a team
- The combative tone of the article sparked a lot of controversy and discussion online
- The company's combative approach to business led to several high-profile lawsuits
- The athlete's combative spirit helped her to overcome her injuries and win the championship
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
conciliatory
cooperative
diplomatic
friendly
gentle
harmonious
mild
nonconfrontational
pacific
peaceful
placid
receptive
serene
submissive
yielding
affable
amicable
calm
composed
courteous
deferential
genial
obliging
tranquil
unassertive
uncontentious