militaristic
/,militə'ristik/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Having or showing a strong belief in the importance of military power, methods, and values: Describes a person, government, or society that glorifies the military, advocates for its strength and readiness, and often seeks to solve problems through aggressive means or military force.
- Characterized by or imbued with militarism: Reflecting the principles, spirit, or policies of militarism, where military interests and ideals are prioritized over civilian ones.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The country's militaristic government invested heavily in new weapons systems.
- His speeches had a militaristic tone, emphasizing discipline and national strength through force.
- The parade was a militaristic display of power, featuring rows of soldiers and tanks.
Advanced Usage
- "to be militaristic in one's approach": To handle a situation or problem with an attitude that prioritizes aggression, strict hierarchy, and forceful solutions, similar to military strategy.
- The new CEO was militaristic in his approach to company management, demanding absolute obedience from employees.
Variants and Related Words
- Militarism (n): The belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
- The rise of militarism in the region caused concern among neighboring countries.
- Militarist (n): A person who believes in or advocates for militarism.
- The general was a known militarist who opposed diplomatic solutions.
Synonyms
- Bellicose: Demonstrating aggression and a willingness to fight.
- Warlike: Eager for or inclined towards war or conflict.
- Jingoistic: Extremely patriotic, especially in a chauvinistic or aggressive way that favors warlike policies.
Antonyms
- Pacifistic: Opposed to war or violence as a means of settling disputes.
- Dovish: Favoring peaceful, diplomatic solutions over military action.