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combatively

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Definition of combatively word

  • noun combatively In a combative way. 1

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Parts of speech for Combatively

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

combatively popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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Synonyms for combatively

adverb combatively

  • destructively — tending to destroy; causing destruction or much damage (often followed by of or to): a very destructive windstorm.
  • fiercely — menacingly wild, savage, or hostile: fierce animals; a fierce look.
  • forcefully — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
  • forcibly — done or effected by force: forcible entry into a house.
  • intensely — existing or occurring in a high or extreme degree: intense heat.

Antonyms for combatively

adverb combatively

  • weakly — weak or feeble in constitution; not robust; sickly.
  • gently — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
  • mildly — amiably gentle or temperate in feeling or behavior toward others.
  • non-violent — not violent; free of violence.
  • peacefully — characterized by peace; free from war, strife, commotion, violence, or disorder: a peaceful reign; a peaceful demonstration.

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