combative Meaning & Definition
/ˈkɒm.bə.tɪv/
What Does Combative Mean?
Combative is used as an adjective meaning Given to fighting; disposed to engage in combat; pugnacious.
Quick Facts About Combative
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈkɒm.bə.tɪv// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | contentious, aggressive and bellicose |
| Comparative / superlative | more combative, most combative |
Combative Definition (Adjective)
- Given to fighting; disposed to engage in combat; pugnacious.
Their combative conduct leads to many problems.
Synonyms of Combative
Combative synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Combative
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Combative in a Sentence
Their combative conduct leads to many problems.
His combative style leads to many arguments.
Word Forms & Grammar
combative (comparative more combative, superlative most combative)
Words That Rhyme With Combative
Origin of Combative
From combat + -ive.
Combative Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of combative is //ˈkɒm.bə.tɪv//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Combative: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is combative?
Combative is an adjective.
What is another word for combative?
Words with a similar meaning to combative include contentious, aggressive and bellicose. See the full list of combative synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of combative?
The comparative form is more combative and the superlative form is most combative.