# militarily

/ˌmɪɫəˈtɛɹəɫi/ (US) · /mˌɪlɪtˈɛɹəli/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/militarily
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

in a way that relates to the army or military forces. You use this to describe how a country or group handles war or defense.

For teachers: in a manner relating to the armed forces or the conduct of war.

## Examples

- The country is strong militarily but weak economically.
- While the nation was militarily dominant in the region for decades, its recent political instability has significantly weakened its ability to project power abroad.

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