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martially

 

[ ˈmɑːrʃəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

military manner

The term 'martially' is used to describe something that is related to or characteristic of military conduct or demeanor. It often implies a sense of discipline, strictness, or an authoritative presence associated with armed forces. This word can be used in contexts such as martial arts or military training, indicating actions or behaviors taken in a military-like fashion.

Synonyms

disciplinarily, formidably, militarily

Examples of usage

  • He walked martially across the parade ground.
  • The troops were trained martially to prepare for deployment.
  • She carried herself martially, reflecting years of military training.

Translations

Translations of the word "martially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 martialmente

🇮🇳 सैन्यीकृत

🇩🇪 martialisch

🇮🇩 militer

🇺🇦 військовим чином

🇵🇱 wojskowo

🇯🇵 軍事的に

🇫🇷 militairement

🇪🇸 bélicamente

🇹🇷 askeri olarak

🇰🇷 군사적으로

🇸🇦 عسكريًا

🇨🇿 vojensky

🇸🇰 vojensky

🇨🇳 军事地

🇸🇮 vojaško

🇮🇸 hernaðarlega

🇰🇿 әскери түрде

🇬🇪 სამხედრო

🇦🇿 hərbi şəkildə

🇲🇽 militarmente

Word origin

The word 'martially' is derived from the Latin word 'martialis,' which means 'of Mars' or 'pertaining to war.' Mars was the Roman god of war, and this term passed through the Old French language before becoming part of the English lexicon. It began to be used in English during the late Middle Ages and has retained its connotation related to war and military conduct ever since. Historically, the concept of martial discipline has been integral to both ancient and modern armies, and the word 'martial' is often seen in phrases such as 'martial law,' which refers to military control over normal civilian functions. As societies evolved, the use of 'martially' has expanded into various contexts beyond the military, influencing areas like sports, self-defense, and even corporate environments where leadership and discipline are emphasized.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,109, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.