militant — aggressively active in supporting a political or social cause
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: aggressively active in supporting a political or social cause
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɪlɪtənt/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother became militant about recycling after watching a nature documentary.
- The militant vegetarians protested outside the burger restaurant.
- He has a militant approach to fitness, exercising three times a day.
militant
ADJECTIVE[/ˈmɪlɪtənt/]
aggressively active in supporting a political or social cause
The militant protesters stormed the plaza, refusing to back down from their cause.
The militant stays vigilant, torch burning brilliant!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'militans,' the present participle of 'militare' meaning 'to serve as a soldier,' derived from 'miles' meaning 'soldier.' The word entered English in the 15th century through Old French.
Breakdown
milit- (soldier, from Latin miles) + -ant (suffix forming adjectives meaning 'doing' or 'being') = militant (one who is actively engaged or fighting)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother became militant about recycling after watching a nature documentary.”
“The militant vegetarians protested outside the burger restaurant.”
“He has a militant approach to fitness, exercising three times a day.”
“The militant workers went on strike for better working conditions.”
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