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Prewar

Verb / pri:ˈwɔ:r / Another word for prewar — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

existing or occurring before a war, especially the First or Second World War

Synonyms & similar words

postwar pre-conflict pre-bellum pre-military pre-hostilities pre-combat pre-battle pre-invasion pre-attack pre-siege pre-warlike pre-army pre-naval pre-airforce pre-marine pre-soldier pre-service pre-veteran pre-militaristic pre-martial

Example sentences

  1. My grandmother was born in prewar Europe.
  2. The prewar economy was very different from the postwar economy.
  3. The soldiers were trained in prewar tactics.
  4. The prewar tensions between the countries eventually led to war.
  5. The prewar era was a time of peace and prosperity.

Quotes

  • The prewar period was a time of uncertainty and fear.
  • The prewar generation had no idea what was coming.
  • The prewar world was a very different place.

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