Definition

The practice or policy of promoting or advocating for war or military conflict.

Example

The politician was criticized for his warmongering rhetoric during the election campaign.

Conversation

Have you noticed how much warmongering happens in politics these days?

Yeah, it's pretty alarming how often they push for military action.

I just wish they would focus more on peace instead of warmongering.

Absolutely, there has to be a better way to resolve conflicts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To promote or advocate for war or conflict, often by stirring up hostility or aggression.

Example

The politician was accused of warmongering by pushing for military action without considering peaceful solutions.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the politician who is always warmongering?

Yeah, it's really concerning how they promote conflict.

I can't believe some people actually support that kind of behavior.

Root Explanation

Warmongering → It is formed from "war" (from Old English *werre*, meaning conflict or battle) and "mongering" (from Middle English *mongeren*, meaning to promote or engage in). The word describes the act of promoting or advocating for war.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is actively 'promoting' ('mongering') 'conflict' ('war') — that's why warmongering means to advocate for war.

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