Synonyms for

Troops

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

Definition

A group of soldiers, especially a unit of ground forces.

Synonyms & similar words

scoutgroup troop scouttroop flock soldiery parade militarypersonnel promenade soldiers military forces army squad platoon company battalion regiment division brigade unit detachment contingent team crew group force combatants fighters

Synonyms by register

Formal

personnel forces contingent detachments

Informal

guys soldiers army crowd

Literary

legions host cohorts

Antonyms

civilians noncombatants peacekeepers pacifists individuals outsiders

Common collocations

  • deploy troops
  • send in troops
  • combat troops
  • reserve troops
  • station troops
  • foreign troops
  • reinforce troops
  • ground troops

Word family

noun troop
verb troop
adjective trooping

Usage note

While 'troops' can refer to any group of soldiers, it is most commonly used in the plural to denote military forces. The singular 'troop' can refer to a single soldier or a small military unit.

Example sentences

  1. The troops were deployed to the front lines.
  2. The troops fought bravely against the enemy.
  3. The troops trained for months before going to war.
  4. The troops returned home as heroes.
  5. The troops were given medals for their bravery.

Quotes

  • The courage of the troops cannot be doubted. - George W. Bush
  • The troops are the backbone of our military. - Colin Powell
  • The troops deserve our utmost respect and admiration. - Barack Obama

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