noun as in strong fondness

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belligerence, contest, tifter

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Example Sentences

Example:The political rhetoric between the two leaders displayed a notable belligerence, reflecting an underlying hoplomachy.

Definition:A readiness to fight or quarrel; the state or quality of being belligerent.

From belligerence

Example:The hoplomachy between the rival factions was a form of contest that had raged for years.

Definition:An organized competition or activity, especially one in sport or in which the outcome involves a struggle or a fight.

From contest

Example:The hoplomachy was intense, with the combatants exhibiting great tifter and determination.

Definition:A conflict in which there is tremendous mutual effort, as in athletics, a quarrel, or combat.

From tifter