aggressively
gb/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/ us/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
B2
Inglês
~ 8200
erőteljesen, határozottan, offenzíven, agresszíven, rohamosan
B2
1
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
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.
Significado
in a forceful, determined way
Colocações
pursue aggressively
|expand aggressively
|market aggressively
|invest aggressively
|compete aggressively
|recruit aggressively
Sinónimos
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".)
Antónimos
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.)
Temas
business
|sports
|work
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definição
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
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
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."
Significado
in a hostile, attacking way
Colocações
act aggressively
|behave aggressively
|respond aggressively
|drive aggressively
|bark aggressively
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
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.)
Temas
emotions
|conflict
|behavior
|relationships
Definição
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
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Significado
spreading or growing very quickly
Colocações
spread aggressively
|grow aggressively
|advance aggressively
|metastasize aggressively
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
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.")
Temas
medicine
|environment
|science
|health
Definição
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.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
aggressively
IPA
GB/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
US/əɡɹˈɛsɪvli/
Sílabas e acento
ag - gress - ively (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (gress)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: aggressively
- Plural: aggressivelies
Família de palavras
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
Expressões
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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- The new model is priced aggressively to compete with cheaper brands.
- These laptops are priced aggressively for the back-to-school season.