MILITANCY Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

militancy

noun

ˈmi-lə-tən(t)-sē

Definition of militancy

as in aggression

an inclination to fight or quarrel the militancy of the radical organization gave the authorities cause for concern

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Recent Examples of militancy Military campaigns there have created a cycle of violence where civilians are often caught in the middle, and the distinction between political activism and armed militancy is frequently blurred. — Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 7 May 2026 But she was criticized for her increasing militancy, even within her African National Congress party. — Kate Bartlett, NPR, 2 May 2026 This meditative portrait pairs humane narration with contemporary Japanese landscapes, exploring the quiet tensions between aging, political militancy and time itself. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 May 2026 Through such moves, the line between state security apparatus and settler militancy has become virtually indistinguishable. — Arie Perliger, The Conversation, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for militancy

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Noun

The regime’s final refuge now lies in the self-deception of fearful nations that still believe accommodating aggression can secure a durable peace.

— Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 24 Aug. 2026
Lastly, Harford County Animal Control urges residents to notify them at 410-638-3505 if anyone observes a stray animal showing signs of excessive affection, aggression, lethargy, or disorientation.

— Michelle Richardson, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of aggression

Noun

The salaries match, Strus is an expiring contract while Niko has four years left and the 3-point shooting and the aggressiveness of Max are way better than Niko’s.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
This could bring up feelings of resentment, competitiveness or passive aggressiveness, especially if there’s been something simmering in the background.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of aggressiveness

Noun

Funding for refugee support is drying up, hostility toward Ukrainians is growing, and Poland still lacks a long-term integration strategy.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026
Iran accepted meaningful limits on its nuclear program in 2015, for instance, and reversed decades of hostility toward Saudi Arabia by normalizing ties in 2023.

— Nate Swanson, Foreign Affairs, 25 Aug. 2026

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