Passive-aggressive behavior is a pattern of indirectly expressing negative feelings instead of openly addressing them. ... For example, a passive-aggressive person might appear to agree — perhaps even enthusiastically — with another person's request.
What are examples of passive-aggressive behavior?
Signs of passive-aggressive behavior
- frequently criticizing or protesting.
- being disagreeable or irritable.
- procrastinating or being forgetful.
- performing tasks inefficiently.
- acting hostile or cynical.
- acting stubborn.
- blaming others.
- complaining about being unappreciated.
What does passive aggressive mean in a relationship?
Passive aggression is the indirect expression of anger by someone who is uncomfortable or unable to express his or her anger or hurt feelings honestly and openly. ... While someone's passive aggressive behavior may make you instantly feel like you're in the middle of a fight, that's what he or she is trying to avoid.
