aggressively
gb/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/ us/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
B2
Anglų
~ 8200
erőteljesen, határozottan, offenzíven, agresszíven, rohamosan
B2
1
Vartosenos šablonas:
to [verb] aggressively
The company is aggressively expanding into new international markets.
A vállalat erőteljesen terjeszkedik új nemzetközi piacokra.
We need to market this product more aggressively if we want to increase sales.
Ezt a terméket erőteljesebben kell reklámoznunk, ha növelni akarjuk az eladásokat.
She negotiated aggressively to get the best possible deal for her client.
They are investing aggressively in renewable energy projects.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
The team played aggressively to win the game.
A csapat támadó szellemben játszott, hogy megnyerje a meccset.
He is aggressively looking for a new job.
Nagyon aktívan keres új állást.
The bank is aggressively selling its new credit card.
They are aggressively trying to grow their business.
Dažna klaida:
Learners sometimes think "aggressively" only means "angrily" or "violently". In business, sports, and work, it often just means "very strongly" or "very actively" and can be neutral or even positive in tone.
Reikšmė
in a forceful, determined way
Kolokacijos
pursue aggressively
|expand aggressively
|market aggressively
|invest aggressively
|compete aggressively
|recruit aggressively
Sinonimai
assertively (Suggests confidence and firmness without sounding as negative or intense as "aggressively".)
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forcefully (Focuses on strength of action; may sound less goal-focused than "aggressively".)
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intensely (Highlights strong effort or feeling, but not always the pushy or competitive idea in "aggressively".)
Antonimai
cautiously (Shows acting slowly and carefully, the opposite of the strong push in "aggressively".)
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gently (Stresses soft, careful action, unlike the hard push of doing something aggressively.)
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passively (Describes not taking strong action, which contrasts with the active drive of acting aggressively.)
Temos
business
|sports
|work
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Apibrėžimas
In a very strong and very active way to reach a goal or get an advantage.
In a very forceful, energetic, and determined way, especially in order to achieve a goal or gain an advantage.
B2
2
agresszíven
B2
Vartosenos šablonas:
to behave/speak/react aggressively toward [someone]
The dog barked aggressively at anyone who walked past the gate.
A kutya agresszíven megugatott mindenkit, aki elment a kapu előtt.
He reacted aggressively when the security guard asked to see his ID.
Agresszíven reagált, amikor a biztonsági őr megkérte, hogy mutassa meg az igazolványát.
Some drivers behave aggressively in heavy traffic, cutting in and honking constantly.
During the argument, she spoke so aggressively that everyone in the room fell silent.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
The man shouted aggressively at the waiter.
A férfi agresszíven rákiabált a pincérre.
The child sometimes hits other kids aggressively.
A gyerek néha agresszíven megüt más gyerekeket.
The driver drove aggressively and scared his passengers.
The guard moved aggressively toward the group.
Dažna klaida:
Learners sometimes use "aggressively" in polite or friendly contexts where it sounds too strong or rude. For example, saying "She smiled aggressively" is usually wrong; better is "She smiled happily" or "warmly."
Reikšmė
in a hostile, attacking way
Kolokacijos
act aggressively
|behave aggressively
|respond aggressively
|drive aggressively
|bark aggressively
Sinonimai
hostilely (Formal and less common; focuses on being unfriendly or ready to fight, like this sense of "aggressively".)
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menacingly (Adds a stronger feeling of danger or threat than typical "aggressively".)
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violently (Focuses on physical force and damage; "aggressively" can be threatening even without actual violence.)
Antonimai
peacefully (Suggests calm, non-violent behavior, the opposite of hostile or attacking behavior.)
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calmly (Emphasizes self-control and lack of anger, unlike acting aggressively.)
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politely (Stresses respectful behavior and language, opposite to rude or threatening behavior.)
Temos
emotions
|conflict
|behavior
|relationships
Apibrėžimas
In an angry and threatening way, as if ready to fight or hurt someone.
In a hostile, threatening, or attacking way that shows a readiness to fight or harm.
C1
TECHNICAL
3
agresszíven
C1
rohamosan
B2
Vartosenos šablonas:
to [verb] aggressively
The cancer is growing aggressively and needs immediate treatment.
A rákos daganat agresszíven növekszik, ezért azonnali kezelésre van szükség.
This invasive plant spreads aggressively, crowding out native species.
Ez az invazív növény agresszíven terjed, és kiszorítja az őshonos fajokat.
The virus has been spreading aggressively in urban areas.
Doctors are concerned because the infection is progressing aggressively despite antibiotics.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
The disease spreads aggressively in the body.
A betegség agresszíven terjed a szervezetben.
These plants grow aggressively and fill the garden.
Ezek a növények agresszíven nőnek, és ellepik a kertet.
The tumor is moving aggressively into nearby tissue.
The fire moved aggressively across the dry fields.
Reikšmė
spreading or growing very quickly
Kolokacijos
spread aggressively
|grow aggressively
|advance aggressively
|metastasize aggressively
Sinonimai
rapidly (Focuses on speed; does not always include the harmful or invasive idea of "aggressively.")
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invasively (Used especially for diseases or species that enter and damage an area, similar to this sense.)
Antonimai
slowly (Describes movement or growth that happens at a low speed, the opposite of aggressive growth or spread.)
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gradually (Suggests slow, step-by-step change, unlike the fast, strong change of "aggressively.")
Temos
medicine
|environment
|science
|health
Apibrėžimas
In a way that grows or spreads very fast and can be dangerous or harmful.
In a way that grows, spreads, or develops very quickly and strongly, often causing or likely to cause harm.
Gramatika
Pagrindinė forma
aggressively
IPA
GB/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
US/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
Skiemenys ir kirčiavimas
ag - gress - ively (3 skiemenys)
Stress on 2nd syllable (gress)
Žodžio formos
Noun
- Base: aggressively
- Plural: aggressivelies
Žodžių šeima
Forms
aggressivelies
noun
Core family
aggressive
adjective B1
aggression
noun B2
Related words
aggressiveness
noun
aggressor
noun C1
Negative and opposite forms
non-aggressive
adjective
Posakiai
aggressively expand
1/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli ɪkspˈænd/
fixed phrase
grow a business very quickly
To make a business or activity much bigger very quickly and with strong effort.
Pavyzdžiai
- The startup is aggressively expanding into European markets.
- They announced plans to aggressively expand their online services next year.
aggressively market
1/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli mˈɑɹkɪt/
fixed phrase
promote a product very strongly
To advertise and sell a product in a very active and strong way.
Pavyzdžiai
- The company is aggressively marketing its new smartphone to young consumers.
- They plan to aggressively market the service through social media and online ads.
aggressively pursue
1/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli pɚsˈu/
fixed phrase
try very hard to get something
To work very hard and very actively to get something you want, such as a job, plan, or person.
Pavyzdžiai
- The company plans to aggressively pursue new clients in Asia.
- She decided to aggressively pursue her dream of becoming a doctor.
- They are aggressively pursuing legal action against the manufacturer.
drive aggressively
1/dɹˈaɪv əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
fixed phrase
drive in a fast, rude way
To drive a car in a way that is too fast, rude, or dangerous, for example by cutting other cars or following too closely.
Pavyzdžiai
- He tends to drive aggressively when he is late for work.
- Many accidents are caused by people who drive aggressively in heavy traffic.
invest aggressively
1/ɪnvˈɛst əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
fixed phrase
invest with high risk for high return
To put money into investments that are more risky, hoping to get a much higher profit.
Pavyzdžiai
- Young investors often choose to invest aggressively in stocks.
- He used to invest aggressively but now prefers safer options.
play aggressively
1/plˈeɪ əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
fixed phrase
use bold, risky moves in play
To play a sport or game in a very strong, active, and sometimes risky way to win.
Pavyzdžiai
- The coach told the team to play aggressively in the final minutes.
- He tends to play aggressively, always going for the winning shot.
priced aggressively
1/pɹˈaɪst əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
fixed phrase
sold at a very low price
Sold at a very low or very competitive price to attract many customers.
Pavyzdžiai
- The new model is priced aggressively to compete with cheaper brands.
- These laptops are priced aggressively for the back-to-school season.