Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bellicose
adjective
/ˈbɛlɪˌkoʊs/
Definition
Demonstrating a willingness to engage in conflict or war.
Examples
- The bellicose nature of the leaders escalated the tensions between the two nations.
- Her bellicose remarks during the debate surprised everyone in the audience.
- Despite his bellicose demeanor, he was actually quite gentle with his friends.
Meaning
Bellicose refers to an aggressive attitude or a readiness to fight.
Synonyms
- aggressive
- hostile
- combative
- militant
- pugnacious
