Synonyms for

Regiments

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

Definition

a military unit that is usually made up of two or more battalions

Synonyms & similar words

regiment troops soldiers squadrons brigades divisions forces militia army corps battalions companies platoons units detachment patrols reserves

Synonyms by register

Formal

battalions units corps divisions

Informal

groups squads crews teams

Literary

legions hosts phalanxes

Antonyms

disorder chaos disorganization randomness anarchy disarray

Common collocations

  • army regiments
  • military regiments
  • infantry regiments
  • royal regiments
  • regiments of soldiers
  • strict regiments
  • daily regiments

Word family

noun regiment
verb regiment
adjective regimental

Usage note

As a noun, 'regiments' refers to large military units. As a verb, it means to subject to strict discipline or control, often with a negative connotation of inflexibility.

Example sentences

  1. The regiment was on the front lines.
  2. The army sent in more regiments.
  3. The regiment moved in unison.
  4. The regiment was known for their bravery.
  5. The regiment was well-trained.

Quotes

  • "In war, there are no unwounded soldiers." - Jose Narosky
  • "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
  • "The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of bearing arms for one’s country." - George S. Patton

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