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Definition attitude in British English

attitude noun

noun
/ˈætɪˌtjuːd/

▪ aggressive, ambivalent, cavalier, changing, dismissive, enlightened, favourable, hostile, negative, positive, relaxed, uncompromising

1

someone's opinions or feelings about something, especially as shown by their behaviour

Example

The move reflects changing attitudes among management.

Example

People here have a more relaxed attitude to their work.

Example

Attitudes towards the older members of the group will have to change.

Example

What we don't need is somebody with an attitude problem.

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2

a proud confident way of behaving that some people consider rude

Example

There's no denying the guy has attitude.

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3

the position of your body

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4

to behave in a hostile manner

Example

"Don't give me attitude," said the teacher to the class clown. "Or you will go to detention."

Definition attitude in British English