Synonyms for

Battle

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

Definition

a fight between two groups of people or countries

Synonyms & similar words

conflict struggle engagement combat fight fight conflict warfare combat struggle skirmish clash engagement encounter confrontation contest duel showdown faceoff melee scuffle fray tussle altercation quarrel

Synonyms by register

Formal

conflict engagement combat hostilities

Informal

fight scrap dust-up fracas

Literary

fray affray encounter

Antonyms

peace truce accord harmony agreement calm rest

Common collocations

  • major battle
  • naval battle
  • air battle
  • pitched battle
  • decisive battle
  • battle cry
  • battle lines
  • battle fatigue

Word family

noun battle
verb battle
adjective combative
adverb combatively

Usage note

While 'battle' can refer to any significant struggle, it most commonly implies armed conflict. For non-military struggles, consider 'struggle', 'contest', or 'campaign'.

Example sentences

  1. The two armies faced each other in battle.
  2. The knights fought bravely in the battle.
  3. The battle lasted for hours.
  4. They won the battle against their enemies.
  5. The battle was fierce and intense.

Quotes

  • In war, there are no unwounded soldiers.
  • In every battle there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten, then he who continues the attack wins.
  • The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.

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