Synonyms for

Armies

Verb / ˈɑ:rmi:z / Another word for armies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a large organized group of soldiers, especially one that is trained for fighting on land

Synonyms & similar words

army usa usarmy unitedstatesarmy groundforces regulararmy military forces troops soldiers militia combatants warriors fighters battalions regiments divisions brigades platoons companies squads phalanxes legions musters assemblies corps

Synonyms by register

Formal

forces troops military contingents

Informal

crowds hordes gangs throngs

Literary

legions hosts battalions

Antonyms

peace truce calm quiet nonaggression disarmament

Common collocations

  • raise armies
  • deploy armies
  • command armies
  • vast armies
  • enemy armies
  • civil armies
  • ancient armies
  • mobilize armies

Word family

noun army
verb arm
adjective armed
adverb armedly

Usage note

While 'armies' primarily refers to large organized military forces, it can also be used metaphorically to describe very large groups of people or things.

Example sentences

  1. The armies marched to the battlefield.
  2. The armies were well-trained and disciplined.
  3. The armies fought bravely against the enemy.
  4. The armies defended their country with all their might.
  5. The armies won the war after a long and hard-fought battle.

Quotes

  • The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting. - Sun Tzu
  • In war, there are no unwounded soldiers. - Jose Narosky
  • Older men declare war. But it is youth that must fight and die. - Herbert Hoover

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