pugnacious puhg-NAY-shuhs adjective WS #34

eager or quick to argue, quarrel, or fight; having a combative or aggressive nature; belligerent and confrontational

1. His pugnacious personality made it difficult for him to maintain peaceful relationships with coworkers.
2. Despite his small size, the pugnacious terrier would challenge dogs twice his size without hesitation.
3. The pugnacious debate team captain always pushed her teammates to argue more forcefully and persuasively.
4. The pugnacious politician's combative approach to interviews often created more controversy than solutions.
5. The pugnacious lawyer was known for his aggressive courtroom tactics and confrontational questioning style.