Word
militancy
Phoneticsmil·i·tan·cy
US/ˈmɪɫətənsi/
UK/mˈɪlɪtənsi/
Definition
n. the use of strong, sometimes violent, methods to achieve a political or social goal. It describes a group that is very determined and willing to fight for what they believe in.
n. the use of force or aggressive tactics to achieve political or social objectives. Often associated with radical or revolutionary movements that reject negotiation in favor of direct action.
Examples
“The group's militancy led to a series of violent protests.”
“The union's increasing militancy during the strike eventually forced the management to agree to a new contract.”
“Historians often debate whether the movement's shift toward militancy was a strategic necessity or a result of internal divisions that made peaceful negotiation impossible.”
Examples
simple
“The group's militancy led to a series of violent protests.”
contextual
“The union's increasing militancy during the strike eventually forced the management to agree to a new contract.”
complex
“Historians often debate whether the movement's shift toward militancy was a strategic necessity or a result of internal divisions that made peaceful negotiation impossible.”
Real-World Examples
“Militancy in Pakistan's border areas has risen sharply in recent months, with armed groups targeting the military and police.” “China, which is worried about Islamic militancy on and around its south-western borders, has welcomed Taliban officials in recent years, and hosted talks when Afghanistan and Pakistan went to war earlier this year.” Word family
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