Wartime

/ˈwɔːrtaɪm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The period during which a war takes place.

Life during wartime can be extremely challenging for civilians.

The condition or situation of being engaged in a war.

The economy often shifts dramatically during wartime.

The political and social context that arises due to the events of a war.

Wartime policies can have lasting effects on a country's legislative framework.

Derived from the combination of 'war' and 'time', indicating the period of conflict.

wartime economy

An economy that is focused on supporting military operations.

wartime rationing

Limitations placed on the amount of goods civilians can purchase during war.

wartime propaganda

Information spread to promote a specific cause related to the war.

combat

Engaging in fighting during a war.

military

Relating to soldiers, arms, or war.

conflict

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.

Battle mode

He was definitely in battle mode during wartime discussions.

War on the home front

During wartime, we all felt the war on the home front.