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belligerence

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Belligerence (noun) means a tendency towards fighting or war.

noun
1
A tendency towards fighting or war.
2
An angry, hostile feeling that makes someone want to pick a fight.
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Etymology

Formed from belligerent and the suffix -ence.

aggressiveness belligerency pugnacity

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What is the meaning of belligerence?
"belligerence" (noun) means a tendency towards fighting or war.
What is another word for belligerence?
Other words for "belligerence" include aggressiveness, belligerency, pugnacity.
What are the different meanings of belligerence?
"belligerence" has 2 main meanings: 1. A tendency towards fighting or war; 2. An angry, hostile feeling that makes someone want to pick a fight.

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