Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
truculent
Adjective
/ˈtrʌkjʊlənt/
Definition
Eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant.
Examples
- His truculent behavior at the meeting caused a lot of tension among the team.
- The truculent dog barked aggressively at anyone who approached the yard.
- Despite her truculent words, she was actually quite kind when you got to know her.
Meaning
Truculent describes a person or attitude that is combative, fierce, and typically willing to engage in conflict or hostility.
Synonyms
- Belligerent
- Aggressive
- Defiant
- Hostile
- Fierce
