combatively

IPA/ˈkɒm.bə.tɪv.li/
IPA/kəmˈbæ.t̬ɪv.li/

combatively — adverb

1. in an aggressive, argumentative way, as if eager to start a fight or argument wi

1.副詞C1
釋義

in an aggressive, argumentative way, as if eager to start a fight or argument with someone.

例句

Christopher answered the reporters combatively, daring anyone to challenge his version of events.

adverb after a speech verb: answered combatively

During the debate, Tanvi argued combatively, cutting off rivals before they could finish a sentence.

verb + combatively for an aggressive manner

同義詞
  • aggressively

    broader; covers any forceful manner, not only one looking for a quarrel

  • belligerently

    more formal; stresses open hostility and readiness for conflict

  • defiantly

    emphasises bold resistance to authority rather than wanting to argue

反義詞
  • amicably

    in a friendly, good-natured way that avoids conflict

  • peaceably

    calmly and without any wish to fight or argue

文法句型

verb + combatively

用法筆記

Usually modifies verbs of speaking or reacting (answer, reply, respond, argue), describing a hostile, ready-to-quarrel tone rather than literal physical fighting.

常見錯誤

❌He gave a combatively answer.
✅He gave a combative answer.
💡use the adjective 'combative' before a noun; 'combatively' is the adverb form that modifies a verb.