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- [mil-i-tuh nt]
- /ˈmɪl ɪ tənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mil-i-tuh nt]
- /ˈmɪl ɪ tənt/
Definitions of militantly word
- adjective militantly vigorously active and aggressive, especially in support of a cause: militant reformers. 1
- adjective militantly engaged in warfare; fighting. 1
- noun militantly a militant person. 1
- noun militantly a person engaged in warfare or combat. 1
- noun militantly In a militant manner. 1
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Origin of militantly
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425; late Middle English < Latin mīlitant- (stem of mīlitāns), present participle of mīlitāre to serve as a soldier. See militate, -ant
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Parts of speech for Militantly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
militantly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
militantly usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for militantly
adverb militantly
- aggressively — characterized by or tending toward unprovoked offensives, attacks, invasions, or the like; militantly forward or menacing: aggressive acts against a neighboring country.
- combatively — In a combative way.
- forcefully — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
- violently — acting with or characterized by uncontrolled, strong, rough force: a violent earthquake.
- belligerently — aggressively
Antonyms for militantly
adverb militantly
- gently — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
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