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pugnacious

/pʌɡˈneɪʃəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does pugnacious mean?

adjective

Having a quarrelsome or aggressive disposition; pugnaciously inclined.

Example

"The pugnacious politician was known for his fiery debates."

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