fighting
fighting Lexical Profile
fighting Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The action of engaging in physical combat, armed conflict, or intense struggle.
"Diplomatic negotiations eventually brought an end to the prolonged fighting in the border region."
Verbal contention, bitter arguing, or ongoing dispute between people or groups.
"Constant fighting among the board members delayed the approval of the annual budget."
• adjective
Displaying a strong, resolute disposition to struggle, compete, or overcome adversity.
"The coach praised the team's fighting spirit throughout the championship tournament."
Trained, equipped, or prepared for active combat or strenuous competition.
"After weeks of rigorous conditioning, the athlete returned in top fighting form."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English feohtung, a verbal noun formed from feohtan ('to fight, combat, strive'), of West Germanic origin.