English Dictionary

agonistic

/aɡəˈnɪstɪk/

adj

Of or relating to contests that were originally participated in by the Ancient Greeks; athletic. / (zoology, anthropology) Characterised by conflict or hostility. / (rhetoric) Argumentative; combative.

She had an agonistic reaction to the news.

意味（1）

Of or relating to contests that were originally participated in by the Ancient Greeks; athletic.

These words, with what follow, are for the most part agonistic, referring to the customes of the Grecian exercices, in their games. The words [translated] apprehended, signifie to catch, or apprehend the Crown, that hung over the Goal: so also [the word translated] perfect, is an Agonistic word that signifies the being crowned, or receiving the reward:

意味（2）

(zoology, anthropology) Characterised by conflict or hostility.

Although most agonistic interactions consist of signals of threat and submission, symbolic aggression is effective only because the possibility of escalation exists […]

意味（3）

(rhetoric) Argumentative; combative.

Sharply Frank said, “A place like this is a crimp in your plan, isn’t it?”

Sharply Frank said, “A place like this is a crimp in your plan, isn’t it?” Boone’s gaze returned to him. The surrounding crowd slipped away, sensing the agonistic nature of the exchange.

意味（4）

Struggling to achieve an effect; strained and contrived.

意味（5）

(pharmacology, biochemistry) Pertaining to an agonist.