1. (noun)aggression a disposition to behave aggressively Synonyms: hostility, aggressiveness
2. (noun)aggression, aggressiveness a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack Synonyms: hostility, pugnacity, aggressiveness, aggression, belligerence
3. (noun)aggression, hostility violent action that is hostile and usually unprovoked Synonyms: aggression, hostility, enmity, ill will, aggressiveness, antagonism
4. (noun)aggression the act of initiating hostilities Synonyms: hostility, aggressiveness
1. aggression An attack may be by word; an aggression is always by deed. An assault may be upon the person, an aggression is upon rights, possessions, etc. An invasion of a nation's territories is an act Synonyms: attack, aggression, incursion, invasion, onslaught, assault, infringement, onset, trespass, encroachment, intrusion Antonyms: defense, repulsion, resistance, retreat, submission, surrender