Aggressive Definition

aggressive
adjective
  1. having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends; "an aggressive businessman"; "an aggressive basketball player"; "he was aggressive and imperious; positive in his convictions"; "aggressive drivers"
  2. tending to spread quickly; "an aggressive tumor"
  3. characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight; "aggressive acts against another country"; "a belligerent tone"

"Aggressive" in song lyrics

See how aggressive is used in real songs:

  • "Expect that I selected molested rhymes aggressive"
    Arsonists — Respect the Unexpected
  • "And I stepped off, adolescent, passive aggressive"
    Brother Ali — Win Some Lose Some
  • "Now when everybody way too aggressive"
    Consequence f/ Kanye West, John Legend — What Ever You Want

Usage tips for "aggressive"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "aggressive" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for aggressive to find words that pair well.

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