ARMED FORCES Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

armed forces

plural noun

Definition of armed forces

as in troops

the combined army, air force, and navy of a nation our nation's armed forces are stationed throughout the world

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Recent Examples of armed forces The military used to understand that troops’ well-being was central to their ability to perform—and that improving the quality of life for those in the armed forces was not just a nicety, but a necessity. — Andrea N. Goldstein, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026 The first is to integrate land, sea, air, and, eventually, space drones into the armed forces as a major component. — David Szondy august 27, New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2026 Other exemptions are offered to students who are 21 or older, have a medical condition or disability that cannot be accommodated on campus, married or are a parent, face financial hardship, or are active-duty members of the armed forces or veterans. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026 The Pakistani armed forces said the deal was signed by Kuwait’s defense minister during a visit to the garrison city of Rawalpindi focused on bilateral defense relations and security cooperation. — ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for armed forces

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