Pugnacity (noun)

  1. A disposition or tendency to fight; aggressiveness; combative readiness.
  2. A natural inclination towards aggression or combat.

Origin:

From latin pugnacitas, from pugnax ("fond of fighting"), from pugnus ("fist").

Examples:

  1. The pugnacity of the boxer was evident in the ring.
  2. He had a pugnacity that made him a formidable opponent.
  3. The pugnacity of the animal made it difficult to handle.
  4. His pugnacity was both a strength and a weakness.
  5. The pugnacity of the opposing team was intimidating.
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