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BELLIGERENT

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Belligerent.

How to pronounce belligerent:

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Belligerent - as an adjective satellite

Characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight

Example: "Aggressive acts against another country"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aggressive

Engaged in war

Example: "Belligerent (or warring) nations"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
militantwar-riddenwarring

Belligerent - as an adjective

Engaged in warfare, warring.

Eager to go to war, warlike.

Of or pertaining to war.

(by extension) aggressively hostile, eager to fight.

Acting violently towards others.

Uncooperative.

Example Sentences

"The belligerents engaged in a fierce battle."
"The United Nations intervened to negotiate a ceasefire between the belligerents."
"The peace talks aimed to resolve the differences between the belligerents."
"The belligerent refused to back down from their demands."
"The two belligerents have been at war for years."
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Word Game Points

Is BELLIGERENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, belligerent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BELLIGERENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is BELLIGERENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, belligerent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BELLIGERENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is BELLIGERENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, belligerent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BELLIGERENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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