truculence — aggressively defiant behavior; fierce and cruel disposition
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: aggressively defiant behavior; fierce and cruel disposition
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtrʌkjələns/
Korean meaning: 공격적이고 반항적인 태도; 사나우고 잔인한 성격
Korean pronunciation: **트럭**율런스
Example Sentences
- The teenager's truculence toward his parents reached new heights when they took away his gaming console.
- Her truculence in negotiations made it impossible to reach a compromise.
- The dictator's truculence was evident in his harsh treatment of political opponents.
truculence
NOUN//ˈtrʌkjələns//
aggressively defiant behavior; fierce and cruel disposition
aggressively defiant behavior and a fierce, cruel disposition
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin truculentus meaning 'fierce' or 'savage,' derived from trux meaning 'wild' or 'barbarian.' Ancient Romans used this word to describe the fierce, aggressive nature of barbarian tribes.
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📝Examples
“The teenager's truculence toward his parents reached new heights when they took away his gaming console.”
“Her truculence in negotiations made it impossible to reach a compromise.”
“The dictator's truculence was evident in his harsh treatment of political opponents.”
“Despite his small stature, the chihuahua's truculence scared away much larger dogs.”
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