Definition of militarism in English:
militarism
noun ˈmɪlɪt(ə)rɪz(ə)mˈmɪlədəˌrɪzəm
mass nounderogatory The belief that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
the need for liberal democratic reforms to avoid a revival of militarism
Example sentencesExamples
- Therefore, it came with a heavy baggage of chauvinist-nationalism and militarism.
- We must concentrate on creating conditions to restrain militarism and military adventurism in the world.
- Based on this standpoint, we oppose every form of militarism and nationalism.
- He loathes war and militarism, and despises chauvinism in every form.
- You're out to expose imperialism, militarism, and nationalism for what they really are.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from French militarisme, from militaire (see military).
Definition of militarism in US English:
militarism
nounˈmɪlədəˌrɪzəmˈmilədəˌrizəm
derogatory The belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
the need for liberal democratic reforms to avoid a revival of militarism
Example sentencesExamples
- We must concentrate on creating conditions to restrain militarism and military adventurism in the world.
- He loathes war and militarism, and despises chauvinism in every form.
- Based on this standpoint, we oppose every form of militarism and nationalism.
- You're out to expose imperialism, militarism, and nationalism for what they really are.
- Therefore, it came with a heavy baggage of chauvinist-nationalism and militarism.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from French militarisme, from militaire (see military).