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COMBATIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Combative.

Combative - as an adjective satellite

Inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits

Example: "A style described as abrasive and contentious"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contentious13disputatious15disputative17litigious10

Striving to overcome in argument

Example: "A dialectical and agonistic approach"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agonistic12agonistical14

Having or showing a ready disposition to fight

Example: "Bellicose young officers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battlefulbellicose13

Combative - as an adjective

Given to fighting; disposed to engage in combat; pugnacious.

Example: "His combative style leads to many arguments."

Example Sentences

"She was known for her combative approach during debates."
"The two players engaged in a combative argument on the field."
"His combative attitude often led to conflicts with his colleagues."
"The newspaper article took a combative stance against the government's policies."
"The combative boxer refused to back down from any challenge."
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Word Game Points

Is COMBATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, combative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COMBATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is COMBATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, combative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COMBATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is COMBATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, combative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COMBATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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