Synonyms for

Navy

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

Definition

Navy refers to a country's military forces that operate at sea.

Synonyms & similar words

usn navy usnavy darkblue unitedstatesnavy navalforces navyblue marines fleet armada flotilla squadron battleship cruiser destroyer frigate submarine warship vessel boat ship seagoing oceanic aquatic

Synonyms by register

Formal

maritime force naval service fleet

Informal

the fleet the ships

Literary

sea power oceanic force

Antonyms

army air force land forces ground troops military

Common collocations

  • royal navy
  • indian navy
  • us navy
  • navy blue
  • navy seal
  • navy veteran
  • navy ship

Word family

noun navy
adjective naval

Usage note

Navy most commonly refers to a country's official military sea force. 'Navy blue' is a common color name, unrelated to the military organization.

Example sentences

  1. The navy has a lot of ships and submarines.
  2. My uncle works in the navy.
  3. The navy protects our country.
  4. The navy can travel long distances at sea.
  5. The navy has many jobs like piloting, engineering, and cooking.

Quotes

  • 'I can imagine no more rewarding a career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: 'I served in the United States Navy.' - John F. Kennedy
  • 'The navy is a master plan designed by geniuses for execution by idiots.' - Anonymous
  • 'The Navy has both a tradition and a future—and we look with pride and confidence in both directions.' - Admiral George Anderson

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