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- DictionaryWar·like/ˈwôrˌlīk/
adjective
- 1. disposed toward or threatening war; hostile: "a warlike clan"
Definition of warlike adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Apr 25, 2024 · 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] Warlike people seem aggressive and eager to start a war. The Scythians were a fiercely warlike people. ...hopes of a peaceful solution despite increased warlike rhetoric from both sides. Synonyms: belligerent, military, aggressive, hostile More Synonyms of warlike.
Feb 22, 2024 · warlike (comparative more warlike, superlative most warlike) Hostile and belligerent. Martial, bellicose or militaristic.
Definitions of warlike. adjective. disposed to warfare or hard-line policies. “ warlike policies”. synonyms: hawkish, militant. unpeaceful. not peaceful. adjective. suggesting war or military life.
1. : liking or tending to fight in wars or to start wars. a warlike nation/tribe. warlike people. 2. : showing or suggesting that a country, group, etc., is ready or eager to fight a war. The government has been criticized for its warlike attitude/statements. 3. : of, relating to, or useful in war.
adjective. 1. fit, qualified, or ready for war; martial. a warlike fleet. warlike tribes. 2. threatening or indicating war. a warlike tone. 3. of or pertaining to war. a warlike expedition.
adj. 1. (Military) of, relating to, or used in war. 2. hostile or belligerent. 3. (Military) fit or ready for war. Collins English Dictionary – Complete and Unabridged, 12th Edition 2014 © HarperCollins Publishers 1991, 1994, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2014. war•like. (ˈwɔrˌlaɪk) adj. 1. fit, qualified, or ready for war; martial.
