militant
1 of 2adjective/ˈmɪ.lə.tənt/
Forms:more militant,most militant
1
displaying violent acts for the sake of a social or political aim
C1- She was known for her militant stance on animal rights, often participating in protests and direct actions.
- The militant activists clashed with police during the demonstration, resulting in several arrests.
- The militant faction was responsible for the kidnapping of several diplomats in the region.
- His militant rhetoric inflamed tensions among the community, leading to confrontations with opposing groups.
2
having an aggressive or combative attitude
- The militant crowd refused to disperse.
- The speech took on a militant edge as tensions rose.
- The group's militant behavior alarmed the authorities.
- They adopted a militant posture in the negotiations.
- Her militant energy drove the campaign forward.
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3
actively participating in or engaged in armed conflict
- Militant forces seized control of the border region.
- The country deployed troops to suppress militant groups.
- Several militant fighters were captured during the raid.
- The region has been under militant control for years.
- The government condemned the actions of militant rebels.
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