preaggressive

English

Etymology

pre- +‎ aggressive.

Adjective

preaggressive (not comparable)

  1. Leading up to aggression.
    • 2016, Patrick W. Corrigan, Principles and Practice of Psychiatric Rehabilitation (page 260)
      Many individuals engage in behaviors that occur just before full-blown aggression or violence. Examples of common preaggressive behaviors include restlessness, pacing, […]
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