noun
aggressiveness
uh-GREH-sihv-nihs
Aggressiveness (noun) means the quality or state of being aggressive. Example: “The coach praised the team's aggressiveness on defense.”
noun
1
The quality or state of being aggressive.
"The coach praised the team's aggressiveness on defense."
"His aggressiveness in meetings put colleagues on edge."
How to use aggressiveness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow aggressive someone or something is.
Common pairings
level of aggressiveness
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Word forms
- Plural
- aggressivenesses
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The coach praised the team's _____ on defense.
Etymology
From "aggressive" + the noun-forming suffix "-ness."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for aggressiveness
oneness
likeness
idleness
lateness
rudeness
niceness
cuteness
awareness
whiteness
closeness
politeness
gentleness
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Frequently asked questions
What does “aggressiveness” mean?
The word “aggressiveness” means the quality or state of being aggressive. In plain terms, how aggressive someone or something is.
How do you pronounce “aggressiveness”?
“Aggressiveness” is pronounced uh-GREH-sihv-nihs (/əˈɡrɛsɪvnɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “aggressiveness” in a sentence?
Here is “aggressiveness” used in a sentence: “The coach praised the team's aggressiveness on defense.”
What part of speech is “aggressiveness”?
“Aggressiveness” is a noun.
