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Belligerent

Description:

Belligerent is an adjective that describes someone or something displaying aggressive or hostile behavior. It can also be used as a noun to refer to a person or nation engaged in war or conflict.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Adjective):

Showing a readiness to fight or engage in warfare.

Example sentence: The belligerent countries continued to exchange artillery fire along the border.

Sense 2 (Adjective):

Characterized by or inclined towards aggression or hostility.

Example sentence: The belligerent customer caused a disturbance in the store by shouting at the employees.

Sense 3 (Noun):

A person or nation engaged in war or conflict.

Example sentence: The belligerents signed a ceasefire agreement after months of negotiations.

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