Belligerence
Pronunciation: /bəˈlɪdʒərəns/
Belligerence (noun)
- A strong readiness to fight or argue, shown by words or actions.
- Behaviour that is meant to threaten or provoke others, often in a serious dispute.
Examples
- Her belligerence made the meeting tense.
- Belligerence can ruin a calm conversation.