<p><strong>Adjective:</strong></p><ul><li>Combative</li></ul><p><strong>Definitions:</strong></p><ul><li>Striving to overcome in argument.</li><li>Straining for effect: agonistic humor.</li><li>Of or relating to ancient Greek athletic contests.</li><li>Pertaining to the range of activities associated with aggressive encounters between members of the same species, including threat, attack, appeasement, or retreat.</li></ul>