combative

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits
  2. adjective striving to overcome in argument
  3. adjective having or showing a ready disposition to fight

Etymology

From combat + -ive.

In classic literature

Synonyms

contentious, disputatious, disputative, litigious

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