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Warring: meaning, definitions and examples

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warring

 

[ ˈwɔːrɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

conflict or battle

Warring refers to engaging in war or conflict. It denotes a situation where parties, often nations or groups, are in a state of armed conflict with each other. The term encompasses military actions, strategies, and the broader impacts of war. Warring can also imply ongoing disputes that may not be confined to traditional warfare, including ideological or political struggles.

Synonyms

battling, combatting, conflicting, fighting

Examples of usage

  • The two countries have been warring for decades.
  • Warring factions continued to fight despite the peace talks.
  • Their warring attitudes prevent any form of cooperation.

Translations

Translations of the word "warring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 guerreando

🇮🇳 युद्धरत

🇩🇪 kriegsführend

🇮🇩 berperang

🇺🇦 військовий

🇵🇱 wojenny

🇯🇵 戦争中

🇫🇷 en guerre

🇪🇸 en guerra

🇹🇷 savaşan

🇰🇷 전쟁 중

🇸🇦 يقاتل

🇨🇿 válčící

🇸🇰 bojujúci

🇨🇳 交战

🇸🇮 vojaški

🇮🇸 stríðandi

🇰🇿 соғысушы

🇬🇪 ომში მყოფი

🇦🇿 müharibə edən

🇲🇽 en guerra

Etymology

The word 'warring' originates from the Middle English term 'werre', derived from the Old English 'werre', which means 'war'. This, in turn, can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic *werzō, denoting a state of conflict or violence. Over centuries, the meaning evolved to describe not only the literal combat of armies but also the broader concept of engagement in conflict, including political and social struggles. 'Warring' in its present form began being used in the late Middle Ages, when Europe faced numerous conflicts, and it became more widely adopted in literature and historical texts. With the expansion of imperialism and modern warfare, the word gained additional connotations related to power struggles and the complexities of geopolitical relations.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,340, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.