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aggression

Social interaction aiming at inflicting harm or unpleasantness

EntityQ191797

Also known as aggressive behavior

Subclass of: action

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Aggression is behavior aimed at opposing or attacking something or someone. Though often done with the intent to cause harm, some might channel it into creative and practical outlets. It may occur either reactively or without provocation. In humans, aggression can be caused by various triggers. For example, aggression may result from built-up frustration due to blocked goals or perceived disrespect. Human aggression can be classified into direct and indirect aggression; while the former is characterized by physical or verbal behavior intended to cause harm to someone, the latter is characterized by behavior intended to harm the social relations of an individual or group.

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Different from: Agression
aggressiveness
Has characteristic: aggressiveness
Cause: aggressiveness
Said to be the same as: hostility
Contains: war of aggression

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