
Truculence
Negative Connotation
Truculence has a negative tone, suggesting hostile behavior that is not socially appreciated.

His truculence during debates made him unpopular among his colleagues.
Not Physical
Truculence often refers to verbal aggression, not just physical confrontations.

The truculence in her response was clear, even though she never raised her hand.
Intensity
Truculence implies more than just anger; it means a disposition to fight or argue.

Even a minor disagreement would awaken his truculence.
Compare with
AggressiveBelligerenceFerocityHostilityIntimidateSavageryViolence
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