Word
disarmament
Phoneticsdis·ar·ma·ment, stress on the second syllable
US/dɪˈsɑɹməmənt/
UK/dˌɪsˈɑːməmənt/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the act of a country or group getting rid of its weapons, especially nuclear ones. It is often part of a plan to make the world safer or stop a war.
n. the reduction or withdrawal of military forces and weapons. Often refers specifically to the elimination of weapons of mass destruction through international treaties.
Examples
“The two countries signed a treaty for nuclear disarmament.”
“Global leaders met at the summit to discuss a timeline for regional disarmament and long-term peace.”
“The success of the peace process depends heavily on a verifiable disarmament program that ensures no paramilitary groups retain their heavy artillery.”
Examples
simple
“The two countries signed a treaty for nuclear disarmament.”
contextual
“Global leaders met at the summit to discuss a timeline for regional disarmament and long-term peace.”
complex
“The success of the peace process depends heavily on a verifiable disarmament program that ensures no paramilitary groups retain their heavy artillery.”
Usage
Uncountable in its general sense; frequently used in political and diplomatic contexts.
Real-World Examples
“The framework calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament, the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces and the deployment of the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon.” “The June trilateral framework, to which the US is also a party, involves the disarmament of Hezbollah and a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon’s south, where it has occupied several areas.” “Israel’s continuing occupation of Lebanese territory would further complicate any push for disarmament.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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- Occasional
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