militarist

UK
/ˈmɪlɪtərist/
US
/ˈmɪlɪtərɪst/

Translations

militaristadjective
more militarist
Comp.
most militarist
Super.
UK
/ˈmɪlɪtərɪst/
US
/ˈmɪlɪtərɪst/
Used attributively to describe policies, governments, or attitudes that favor military power.
The party adopted a militarist stance in foreign affairs.
Le parti a adopté une position militariste en السياسة étrangère.
militaristnoun
militarists
pl
UK
/ˈmɪlɪtərist/
US
/ˈmɪlɪtərɪst/
The general was known as a staunch militarist, advocating for increased defense spending.
Le général était connu comme un militariste convaincu, prônant une augmentation des dépenses de défense.
Synonyms
military enthusiast

Definitions

militaristadjective
Relating to or characteristic of militarism or militarists; advocating military methods or policy.
The party adopted a militarist stance in foreign affairs.
militaristnoun
A person who believes in maintaining a strong military capability and being prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
The general was known as a staunch militarist, advocating for increased defense spending.