Synonyms for

Wars

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

Definition

Wars are conflicts or battles between two or more countries or groups.

Synonyms & similar words

makepeace peace stateofwar warfare war conflicts battles fights struggles skirmishes hostilities combats encounters clashes quarrels disputes rivalries feuds contests campaigns wrestlings brawls altercations confrontations engagements

Synonyms by register

Formal

conflict hostilities armed conflict belligerence

Informal

fighting scrap brawl dust-up

Literary

strife feud carnage

Antonyms

peace harmony truce accord calm quiet reconciliation

Common collocations

  • world wars
  • civil wars
  • cold war
  • declare war
  • end of the war
  • waging war
  • war crimes
  • war effort

Word family

noun war
verb war
adjective warlike
adverb warringly

Usage note

While 'wars' is the plural of 'war', it can also refer to a specific historical event like 'the World Wars'. It generally implies large-scale, organized armed conflict between states or groups.

Example sentences

  1. There have been many wars throughout history.
  2. The two countries were involved in a long and bloody war.
  3. The soldiers fought bravely in the war.
  4. The war had a huge impact on the lives of the people.
  5. The war ended with a peace treaty.

Quotes

  • The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting. - Sun Tzu
  • In war, there are no unwounded soldiers. - Jose Narosky
  • War is what happens when language fails. - Margaret Atwood

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