Antiwar: meaning, definitions and examples

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antiwar

 

[ ˌæn.tiˈwɔːr ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

political stance

Antiwar refers to opposition to war or a specific war. It encapsulates views that advocate for peace and highlight the negative consequences of armed conflict. People or movements that identify as antiwar emphasize diplomatic solutions and the humanitarian impact of war. This term can apply to individuals, organizations, or broad social movements that aim to reduce military engagement and promote peaceful resolutions.

Synonyms

nonviolent, pacifist, peaceful.

Examples of usage

  • The antiwar protest gathered thousands of participants.
  • He wrote several articles advocating for an antiwar position.
  • The antiwar movement gained momentum during the 1960s.

Translations

Translations of the word "antiwar" in other languages:

🇵🇹 antiguerra

🇮🇳 अंतरयुद्ध

🇩🇪 antikrieg

🇮🇩 anti perang

🇺🇦 антивоєнний

🇵🇱 antywojenny

🇯🇵 反戦 (はんせん)

🇫🇷 antiguerre

🇪🇸 antiguerra

🇹🇷 antiwar

🇰🇷 반전 (반전)

🇸🇦 مناهض للحرب

🇨🇿 proti válečný

🇸🇰 proti vojnový

🇨🇳 反战 (fǎnzhàn)

🇸🇮 protivvojni

🇮🇸 andstæðingur stríðs

🇰🇿 соғысқа қарсы

🇬🇪 საბრძოლო წინააღმდეგი

🇦🇿 müharibəyə qarşı

🇲🇽 antiguerra

Etymology

The term 'antiwar' originated in the early 20th century, merging the prefix 'anti-' from Greek, meaning 'against,' with 'war,' deriving from Old English 'werre,' which means 'conflict' or 'strife.' The rise of the antiwar movement coincided with significant conflicts, such as World War I and the Vietnam War, as groups and individuals began to actively oppose military engagement. These movements often focus on the humanitarian effects of war, promoting disarmament, and advocating for diplomatic resolutions to international disputes. Over time, the antiwar sentiment has been expressed through protests, literature, and political activism, profoundly influencing public discourse on military interventions and foreign policies.