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ag•gres•sive



Pronunciation: (u-gres'iv), [key]
—adj.
1. characterized by or tending toward unprovoked offensives, attacks, invasions, or the like; militantly forward or menacing: aggressive acts against a neighboring country.
2. making an all-out effort to win or succeed; competitive: an aggressive basketball player.
3. vigorously energetic, esp. in the use of initiative and forcefulness: an aggressive salesperson.
4. boldly assertive and forward; pushy: an aggressive driver.
5. emphasizing maximum growth and capital gains over quality, security, and income: an aggressive mutual fund.
6. using daring or forceful methods: aggressive treatment of infection.

Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.

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