Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In an aggressive manner; with aggression or forceful energy: The adverb "aggressively" describes the way an action is performed, indicating it is done with hostility, assertiveness, or intense effort.

Usage

"Aggressively" modifies verbs to describe how an action is carried out. It is used to convey a manner that is forceful, confrontational, or very determined.

Examples

• The company is aggressively expanding into new markets.
• He argued his point aggressively during the meeting.
• The lawyer aggressively cross-examined the witness.
• She is aggressively pursuing her career goals.

Advanced Usage

• "to market/promote aggressively": to promote a product or service with great force and determination.
  • The new startup is marketing its app aggressively on social media.
• "to compete aggressively": to compete in a very forceful and determined way.
  • The two teams competed aggressively for the championship.

Variants and Related Words

• Aggressive (adjective): ready or likely to attack or confront; pursuing one's aims forcefully.
  • He has an aggressive business strategy.
• Aggression (noun): hostile or violent behavior; forceful action.
  • The act was seen as an act of aggression.

Synonyms

• Assertively: in a confident and forceful way.
• Forcefully: in a strong and assertive manner.
• Vehemently: in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner.

Antonyms

• Passively: in an accepting manner, without active response or resistance.
• Meekly: in a quiet, gentle, and submissive manner.

Related Phrases

• "to act aggressively": to behave in a hostile or confrontational way.
  • The dog began to act aggressively when approached.
• "to move aggressively": to advance or act with forceful determination.
  • The army moved aggressively to secure the border.

Adverb

1. in an aggressive manner
   • she was being sharply questioned