What does the word "truculent" mean?

Question

Option 1: Peaceful and friendly

Option 2: Aggressively hostile and fierce

Option 3: Easily persuaded and cooperative

Option 4: Timid and submissive

AfterBoards · Accepted Answer

**"Truculent"** means being very angry, ready to fight, and acting in a mean or threatening way. Think of it like a grumpy dog that growls and shows its teeth at everyone who walks by — that dog is being *truculent*! This matches **Option 2: Aggressively hostile and fierce**. Let's confirm by checking the other options: - **Option 1:** "Peaceful and friendly" is the opposite of truculent. ❌ - **Option 3:** "Easily persuaded and cooperative" is also the opposite — a truculent person refuses to go along with others. ❌ - **Option 4:** "Timid and submissive" means being quiet and scared — a truculent person is loud and aggressive, not shy. ❌ Hence, **Option 2: Aggressively hostile and fierce** is correct.

What does the word "truculent" mean?

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