Meaning & Definition of word "Militant"
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Militant
/ˈmɪlɪtənt/
noun:
- 1. A person who is engaged in warfare or combat; a person who advocates or engages in vigorous, confrontational action in support of a political or social cause.
- Example: The authorities arrested several militants who were planning an attack.
- 2. An activist who is aggressive and combative in their approach to promoting their cause.
- Example: As a militant for civil rights, he organized protests and rallies to raise awareness.
adjective:
- 1. Engaged in warfare or combat; aggressive in support of a political or social cause.
- Example: The militant group demanded changes to the government’s policies through force.
- 2. Fighting or inclined to fight for a cause; combative.
- Example: She took a militant stance on environmental issues, advocating for immediate action.
Etymology
Derived from Middle French 'militant', from Latin 'militans', the present participle of 'militare', meaning 'to serve as a soldier'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
militant spirit:
A determined attitude toward a cause.
militant activism:
Activism involving aggressive tactics to promote a cause.
militant group:
A group that uses force or violence for political purposes.
Related Words
militancy:
The quality or state of being militant.
militaristic:
Characterized by a strong military spirit.
combatant:
A person engaged in combat.
Slang Meanings of militant
Meaning: A person who is seen as overly aggressive in their beliefs.
Example Sentence: He's such a militant about his views on climate change.
Meaning: Someone who insists on extreme measures for a cause.
Example Sentence: Don't be a militant; we can reach an agreement through discussion.