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/
Korean meaning: 정치적·사회적 목적을 위해 공격적이고 적극적인
Korean pronunciation: **밀**리턴트
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
A militant student leader rallies supporters during an aggressive campus demonstration
The militant stays vigilant, torch burning brilliant!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳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.
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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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