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nonaggressive

/ˌnɑːn.əˈɡrɛs.ɪv/
(UK: non-aggressive)
non · ag · gres · sive
Adverb:nonaggressively
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nonaggressive Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Not hostile, violent, or confrontational; inclined toward peaceful behavior or interaction.

Example

"Golden retrievers are widely known for their friendly, nonaggressive temperament around young children."

2

Growing slowly or remaining localized without invading surrounding tissues (used of a tumor or disease); mild or conservative (used of a medical treatment or financial strategy).

Example

"Because the biopsy revealed a slow-growing, nonaggressive tumor, the physician recommended regular monitoring rather than immediate surgery."

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• Rhymes for nonaggressive

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonaggressive. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonaggressive
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