Belligerent: meaning, definitions and examples

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belligerent

[ bɪˈlɪdʒərənt ]

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in a conflict

Hostile and aggressive in nature; showing a willingness to fight or engage in conflict.

Synonyms

aggressive, bellicose, combative, hostile, pugnacious

Examples of usage

The belligerent nations refused to negotiate.
He adopted a belligerent tone during the argument.

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warfare

A nation or person engaged in warfare or conflict, typically as a member of the armed forces.

Synonyms

combatant, fighter, militant, opponent, warring party

Examples of usage

The belligerents clashed on the battlefield.
Both belligerents suffered heavy casualties in the war.

Translations

Translations of the word "belligerent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beligerante

🇮🇳 युद्धप्रिय

🇩🇪 kriegerisch

🇮🇩 berperang

🇺🇦 войовничий

🇵🇱 wojowniczy

🇯🇵 好戦的

🇫🇷 belligérant

🇪🇸 beligerante

🇹🇷 savaşçı

🇰🇷 호전적인

🇸🇦 محارب

🇨🇿 válečný

🇸🇰 vojnový

🇨🇳 好战的

🇸🇮 bojevit

🇮🇸 stríðsmaður

🇰🇿 соғысуға бейім

🇬🇪 მებრძოლი

🇦🇿 döyüşkən

🇲🇽 beligerante

Word origin

The word 'belligerent' originated from the Latin word 'bellum,' meaning war. It was first recorded in English in the mid-16th century. The term has been used to describe individuals, nations, or groups involved in warfare or conflict throughout history. The concept of belligerence has been a central theme in understanding international relations and military strategies.