Synonyms for

Ammunition

Verb / ˌæmjʌˈnɪʃʌn / Another word for ammunition — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A supply of bullets, shells, or other projectiles for use with a firearm or other weapon.

Synonyms & similar words

ammo bullets shells projectiles ammo ordnance arsenal stockpile supply provisions equipment gear hardware armaments weapons firepower firearms guns

Synonyms by register

Formal

munitions ordnance projectiles armament

Informal

ammo bullets shells rounds

Literary

firepower shot charge

Antonyms

peace disarmament pacifism nonaggression ceasefire truce

Common collocations

  • live ammunition
  • spent ammunition
  • ammunition depot
  • ammunition box
  • ammunition belt
  • ammunition shortage
  • small arms ammunition

Word family

noun ammunition
adjective ammunitional

Usage note

Ammunition refers to the projectiles and propellant charges used in firearms and other weapons. It is a non-count noun, so it does not typically take a plural form.

Example sentences

  1. The hunter loaded his gun with ammunition before going into the woods.
  2. The police found a stockpile of ammunition in the suspect's garage.
  3. The army had to resupply the ammunition depot after a battle.
  4. The soldier had to carry heavy boxes of ammunition to the front lines.
  5. The gun range requires that you have your own ammunition.

Quotes

  • Ammunition is like food for the troops - it is only when they are running short that they protest.
  • The best way to avoid gunfire is to stay out of the line of ammunition.
  • Ammunition beats persuasion when you are looking for freedom.

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