1. in an aggressive, hostile, or combative manner

Examples

• He responded belligerently to any criticism of his work.
• The customer spoke belligerently to the store manager.
• She crossed her arms and stared belligerently at her opponent.
• The politician answered the reporter’s questions belligerently.
• The dog barked belligerently at strangers approaching the house.
• He belligerently refused to follow the new company policies.