Synonyms for

Soldier

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

Definition

a person who serves in an army

Synonyms & similar words

warrior fighter combatant militant trooper infantryman GI private gunman commando ranger mercenary veteran hero champion brave defender protector guardian

Synonyms by register

Formal

serviceman trooper guardsman infantryman

Informal

GI doughboy grunt dogface

Literary

warrior champion brave

Antonyms

civilian pacifist peacemaker noncombatant diplomat negotiator

Common collocations

  • a brave soldier
  • a fallen soldier
  • a loyal soldier
  • an enemy soldier
  • a young soldier
  • a seasoned soldier
  • join the army as a soldier

Word family

noun soldier
verb soldier

Usage note

While 'soldier' is a general term, specific branches or roles may have more precise terms (e.g., 'sailor' for navy, 'airman' for air force). The verb 'soldier' means to persist or endure, often in difficult circumstances.

Example sentences

  1. The soldier marched through the field.
  2. The soldier protected his country.
  3. The soldier saluted his commanding officer.
  4. The soldier carried a heavy backpack.
  5. The soldier trained hard for combat.

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.
  • A soldier will fight long and hard for a bit of colored ribbon.
  • A true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.

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