Aggressive and Complaisant

Opposite meaning words

Aggressive adjective - Feeling or displaying eagerness to fight.

Usage example: a kindergarten teacher who discourages aggressive behavior, like pushing, by rewarding those children who wait their turn

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Complaisant is an antonym for aggressive in topics: assertive, belligerent.

Complaisant adjective - Showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others.

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Aggressive is an antonym for complaisant.

Nearby Word: complaisance

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