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combatting

 

[ kəmˈbætɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

fighting against

Combatting refers to the act of taking action to prevent or reduce a particular problem or issue. It often involves strategies, methods, or measures aimed at addressing something negative or harmful, such as disease, crime, or injustice.

Synonyms

battling, fighting, struggling against

Examples of usage

  • Governments are combatting climate change with new policies.
  • She is actively combatting misinformation in her community.
  • They are combatting poverty through education initiatives.

Translations

Translations of the word "combatting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 combatendo

🇮🇳 लड़ाई करना

🇩🇪 bekämpfen

🇮🇩 melawan

🇺🇦 боротьба

🇵🇱 zwalczanie

🇯🇵 戦う

🇫🇷 combattre

🇪🇸 combatir

🇹🇷 mücadele etmek

🇰🇷 싸우다

🇸🇦 مكافحة

🇨🇿 bojovat proti

🇸🇰 bojovať proti

🇨🇳 打击

🇸🇮 bojevati

🇮🇸 barátta

🇰🇿 күресу

🇬🇪 გამკლავება

🇦🇿 mübarizə aparmaq

🇲🇽 combatir

Word origin

The word 'combatting' is derived from the Middle French term 'combattre', which means 'to fight'. It originates from the Latin word 'combattere', where 'com-' means 'together' or 'with', and 'battere' means 'to beat'. Initially used in the context of physical warfare or fights, the meaning of combatting has evolved over time. Today, it encompasses a broader range of issues beyond physical confrontation, including social, political, and environmental challenges. The evolution of the word signifies changing societal concerns and responses to various forms of conflict, thus enriching the English lexicon.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,666, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.