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militarism

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militarismnoun
militarisms
pl
The rise of militarism in the early 20th century contributed to the outbreak of World War I.
La montée du militarisme au début du XXe siècle a contribué au déclenchement de la Première Guerre mondiale.
Synonyms
military dominance
military expansionism
warfare
belligerence
aggressiveness

Definitions

militarismnoun
The belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
The rise of militarism in the early 20th century contributed to the outbreak of World War I.
The policy of maintaining a large military establishment.
The country's militarism was evident in its high defense budget and frequent military parades.
The predominance of the military or of military ideas in the government or policy of a state.
Critics warned that the general's appointment signaled a worrying turn toward militarism in the cabinet.
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