How to Pronounce "aggressions"

word

əˈɡɹɛʃənz

uh-GRESH-uhnz

ɐɡɹˈɛʃənz

uh-GRESH-uhnz

Definition

Acts or behaviors that are forceful, hostile, or violent, often meant to harm someone or start a conflict. Can also refer to attacks by a country or group.

IPA Transcription

American English

əˈɡɹɛʃənz

British English

ɐɡɹˈɛʃənz

Simplified Pronunciation

uh-GRESH-uhnz

Listen in Context

The country faced several aggressions from its neighbors.

She reported the aggressions to the school principal.

All aggressions in the classroom must be stopped immediately.

Over the years, these small aggressions damaged their friendship.