belligerence

The definition of belligerence is an aggressive, rude or hostile attitude.

(noun)

When a drunk guy in a bar starts calling everyone names and trying to start a fight, this is an example of belligerence.

See belligerence in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a belligerent or aggressively hostile attitude, nature, or quality

See belligerence in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A hostile or warlike attitude, nature, or inclination; belligerency.

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