Aggression



GRE

解释

GRE 红宝书

• n. 侵略; 敌对的情绪或行为
• ［英］ n. 侵略 ( the practice of attacks) ; 敌对的情绪或行为 ( hostile feelings or behavior)
• ［记］ ag+gress ( 走) +ion -> 一再走 -> 侵略
• ［同］ 同根词: egress ( 出口) ; progress ( 进步) ; transgress ( 违背)

Webster Collegiate

noun

• Etymology: Latin aggression-, aggressio attack, from aggredi to attack, from ad- + gradi to step, go — more at grade
• Date: 1611
• 1. a forceful action or procedure (as an unprovoked attack) especially when intended to dominate or master
• 2. the practice of making attacks or encroachments; especially unprovoked violation by one country of the territorial integrity of another
• 3. hostile, injurious, or destructive behavior or outlook especially when caused by frustration

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