militarism
Translation
militarism
Examples
The rise of militarism led to the war.
The rise of militarism led to the war.
They spoke out against the country's growing militarism.
They spoke out against the country's growing militarism.
Grammar Patterns
((militarism)) the belief that a country should maintain a strong military capability The rise of militarism led to the war.
Similar Words
Synonyms: warmongering, hawkishness; Antonyms: pacifism
Etymology
From 'military' + '-ism' (a belief or doctrine). 'Military' comes from Latin 'miles' (soldier).
Memory Tips
'Militarism' is the 'ism' (ideology) of being 'military'-focused.