Definition

A person who promotes or encourages the idea of going to war.

Example

The politician was labeled a warmonger for his aggressive stance on foreign policy.

Conversation

Did you hear about that politician who's been labeled a warmonger?

Yeah, it's crazy how some people just want to stir up conflict.

I can't believe anyone would actually advocate for war.

Right? It's so much better to promote peace and understanding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Warmonger is formed from "warm" (from Old English *wyrm*, meaning to be hot or heated) and "monger" (from Old English *mangere*, meaning dealer or trader). The word refers to a person who promotes or advocates for war, essentially a dealer in conflict.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is a 'dealer' ('monger') in 'war' ('warm') — that's why a warmonger is someone who promotes war.

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