Synonyms for

Weaponry

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

Definition

Weapons collectively; the weapons and equipment of war; armament.

Synonyms & similar words

weaponssystem implementsofwar munition arms arms weapons hardware munitions ordnance artillery firearms guns missiles ammunition torpedoes bombs grenades rockets shells explosives

Synonyms by register

Formal

arms munitions ordnance materiel

Informal

gear stuff kit hardware

Literary

implements of war instruments of destruction armaments

Antonyms

peace disarmament pacifism nonaggression harmony truce

Common collocations

  • offensive weaponry
  • defensive weaponry
  • nuclear weaponry
  • conventional weaponry
  • military weaponry
  • ancient weaponry
  • modern weaponry
  • biological weaponry

Word family

noun weaponry
verb weaponize
adjective weaponized

Usage note

Weaponry refers to arms and equipment used for fighting. It is a collective noun, often used in formal contexts, especially when discussing military or defense matters.

Example sentences

  1. The army had a vast amount of weaponry at their disposal.
  2. The museum had a collection of ancient weaponry that fascinated the visitors.
  3. The police seized a cache of illegal weaponry from the suspect's house.
  4. The sailors were trained in the use of various types of weaponry.
  5. The general ordered his troops to take their weaponry and prepare for battle.

Quotes

  • The best weapon against an enemy is another enemy. - Friedrich Nietzsche
  • The deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his rifle. - General John J. Pershing
  • The most dangerous weapon in the world is a silent mind. - Navjot Singh Sidhu

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