hyperaggressive

Meanings

• Adjective

  Excessively or abnormally aggressive.

  - "The hyperaggressive dog attacked the mailman."
  - "The hyperaggressive player on the football team was ejected from the game."

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Variants

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hyper-aggressive , hyper-aggressively , hyper-aggressiveness , hyperaggressive , hyperaggressively , hyperaggressiveness

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Etymology

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The term 'hyperaggressive' is derived from the Greek word 'hyper' meaning 'above' or 'excessive' and the Latin word 'aggressus' meaning 'marching against' or 'attacking'.

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Trivia

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1. Hyperaggression is not a formal diagnosis in psychiatry, but rather a symptom that may be present in various mental disorders.

2. Hyperaggression can also be observed in certain breeds of dogs, such as the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Rottweiler.

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Related Concepts

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1. Aggression: A behavior characterized by the intent to inflict harm or injury on another living organism.

2. Violence: A behavior involving the use of physical force to harm or injure another person or group.

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Culture

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In psychology, hyperaggression is a symptom of certain mental disorders, such as borderline personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder. It is also a term used in animal behavior to describe aggressive behavior that goes beyond what is necessary for survival.

How to Memorize "hyperaggressive"

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   - Imagine a dog that is constantly barking and growling, snarling and baring its teeth. This is a hyperaggressive dog.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Hyper Aggressive Hound' to remember the word.

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