Synonyms for

Enlisted

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

Definition

to enroll or join in a cause or organization, especially the military

Synonyms & similar words

engage musterin enlist discharge draft recruit enroll register join volunteer muster engage enrol hire induct contract employ enlistment

Synonyms by register

Formal

recruited inducted conscripted drafted

Informal

signed up joined up got in

Literary

conscripted into service called to arms

Antonyms

discharged released freed retired demobilized honorably discharged

Common collocations

  • enlisted soldier
  • enlisted personnel
  • enlisted in the army
  • enlisted in the navy
  • enlisted in the air force
  • enlisted in the marines
  • enlisted man
  • enlisted ranks

Word family

noun enlistment
verb enlist
adjective enlisted

Usage note

Primarily used in a military context to describe joining the armed forces. Can also be used figuratively to mean gaining support for a cause.

Example sentences

  1. He enlisted in the army to serve his country.
  2. She decided to enlist in the navy after graduating from high school.
  3. The army is actively recruiting and enlisting new soldiers.
  4. They were proud to have enlisted in the fight for justice.
  5. He enlisted in the military during wartime to help defend his country.

Quotes

  • I enlisted as a private. I'll take whatever comes.
  • I enlisted right after Pearl Harbor.
  • I enlisted when I was a boy. The navy looked after me like my mother.

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