adjective

militant

militant, combative, aggressive, activist

He is a militant supporter of the cause.

He is a militant supporter of the cause.

The government is dealing with armed militants.

The government is dealing with armed militants.

((as an adjective)) used before a noun. The group has a militant stance.

((as a noun)) a person who is militant. The militants occupied the building.

Synonyms: aggressive, combative; Antonyms: peaceful, passive

From Latin 'militare' (to serve as a soldier).

Think of a 'military ant' - a very aggressive and combative ant.

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