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belligerent

/ˈbɛlɪdʒərənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does belligerent mean?

adjective

Showing a readiness to fight or argue; aggressively hostile or quarrelsome.

Example

"The belligerent tone of the politician's speech sparked controversy."

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