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pugniacious

 

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pugnacious

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: showing a readiness or desire to fight or argue; hostile; combative

Sense 1: describes a person or animal who has a confrontational or aggressive nature

Example sentence: The pugnacious dog barked fiercely at anyone who approached the front gate.

Sense 2: used to describe behavior or actions that display a challenging or quarrelsome attitude

Example sentence: The children had a pugnacious argument over which team would win the game.

Sense 3: denotes a place or group that is characterized by a combative or aggressive atmosphere

Example sentence: The pub had a pugnacious vibe, with patrons frequently engaging in heated debates.

Sense 4: relating to an atmosphere of excitement or intensity, often associated with competitive activities

Example sentence: The pugnacious energy of the concert excited the entire crowd.

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