adjective
- excessively aggressive; showing more aggression or forcefulness than is necessary, appropriate, or acceptable
Usage: commonly used in behavioral, social, and professional contexts
Examples
- The coach criticized the player for taking an overaggressive approach that resulted in unnecessary fouls.
- Her overaggressive negotiating tactics alienated potential business partners.
- The dog's overaggressive behavior toward other animals made it unsafe to visit the park.
- Some critics felt the marketing campaign was overaggressive and off-putting to consumers.
- He regretted his overaggressive response to a simple question from his colleague.
- The overaggressive expansion strategy left the company financially vulnerable.
- Teachers are trained to recognize overaggressive bullying and intervene promptly.