Militated: meaning, definitions and examples
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militated
[ ˈmɪlɪˌteɪtɪd ]
influential action
To militate means to have a substantial influence or effect on a situation. It is often used in contexts where one factor significantly impacts another, especially in arguments or discussions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Economic factors militate against further investment.
- Her arguments militate for a change in policy.
- The weather can militate against outdoor events.
Translations
Translations of the word "militated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 militado
🇮🇳 सैनिक
🇩🇪 militärisch
🇮🇩 militan
🇺🇦 військовий
🇵🇱 militarny
🇯🇵 軍事的な
🇫🇷 militaire
🇪🇸 militante
🇹🇷 askeri
🇰🇷 군사적인
🇸🇦 عسكري
🇨🇿 vojenský
🇸🇰 vojenský
🇨🇳 军事的
🇸🇮 vojaški
🇮🇸 hernaðar
🇰🇿 әскери
🇬🇪 სამხედრო
🇦🇿 hərbi
🇲🇽 militante
Word origin
The term 'militate' originated in the early 17th century, derived from the Latin word 'militare', which means 'to serve as a soldier'. This Latin term is related to 'miles', meaning 'soldier'. Originally, 'militate' was used in a more literal sense concerning soldiers and warfare, but over time, its usage expanded to encompass broader implications of influence and effect in various contexts. The transition reflects a metaphorical shift from a military connotation to a more abstract notion of affecting circumstances or outcomes.