wars
Translation
wars, conflicts, battles
Examples
The country has been through many wars.
The country has been through many wars.
They are having price wars with competitors.
They are having price wars with competitors.
Grammar Patterns
((wars)) ((against/on sb./sth.)) The government declared war on drugs.
((wars)) ((between/with sb./sth.)) There have been many wars between the nations.
Similar Words
Synonyms: conflicts, hostilities; Antonyms: peace
Etymology
From Old English 'werre', from Old French 'guerre', of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
It sounds a bit like 'wore' (past tense of wear). Wars 'wear' people out.