Synonyms for

Military

Verb / ˈmɪlʌˌteri: / / ˈmɪlɪˌteri: / Another word for military — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to soldiers, arms, or war

Synonyms & similar words

armedservices armedforces civilian unmilitary militarymachine warmachine soldiery militant warrior combatant fighter service defense security protection army navy marines troops forces combat battle warfare campaign

Synonyms by register

Formal

armed forces defense establishment war machine

Informal

the army the troops the brass the services

Literary

host legions men-at-arms

Antonyms

civilian peaceful noncombatant private unarmed pacifist

Common collocations

  • military service
  • military personnel
  • military action
  • military base
  • military coup
  • military spending
  • military history
  • military intelligence

Word family

noun military
adjective military

Usage note

The word 'military' can function as both a noun referring to the armed forces collectively and an adjective describing something related to them. It is generally a neutral term.

Example sentences

  1. My dad is in the military and he protects our country.
  2. The military has special training to stay safe in battle.
  3. The military uses tanks, planes, and boats to defend us.
  4. The military is made up of brave men and women who risk their lives for our freedom.
  5. The military fights to keep our country safe from harm.

Quotes

  • The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war. - Douglas MacArthur
  • In war, there are no unwounded soldiers. - Jose Narosky
  • The military don't start wars. Politicians start wars. - William Westmoreland

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