Pronunciation: /ˈæn.ti wɔr/

Definitions of anti-war

noun a person who opposes war or the use of military force

Example Sentences

A1 I am against war.

A2 She joined an anti-war protest.

B1 The anti-war movement gained momentum in the 1960s.

B2 Many countries have anti-war policies in place.

C1 The anti-war sentiment is strong among the younger generation.

C2 The anti-war organization has been lobbying for peace talks.

adjective expressing or opposing war or the use of military force

Example Sentences

A1 I am against war.

A2 She joined an anti-war protest.

B1 The organization is known for its anti-war stance.

B2 The anti-war movement gained momentum in the 1960s.

C1 His anti-war activism has inspired many others to speak out.

C2 The film depicted the harsh realities of war from an anti-war perspective.

Examples of anti-war in a Sentence

formal The anti-war movement gained momentum during the 1960s.

informal She's really passionate about the whole anti-war thing.

slang I'm all about that anti-war vibe.

figurative His words were like a powerful anti-war anthem.

Grammatical Forms of anti-war

plural

anti-wars

comparative

more anti-war

superlative

most anti-war

present tense

anti-war

future tense

will be anti-war

perfect tense

have been anti-war

continuous tense

is being anti-war

singular

anti-war

positive degree

anti-war

infinitive

to be anti-war

gerund

being anti-war

participle

anti-war

Origin and Evolution of anti-war

First Known Use: 1930 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'anti-war' originated from the combination of the prefix 'anti-' meaning against or opposed to, and the word 'war' referring to armed conflict or fighting.
Evolution of the word: The term 'anti-war' gained popularity in the 20th century with the rise of pacifist movements and opposition to various wars. It has since become a common term used to describe individuals, groups, or movements that are against war and advocate for peaceful resolutions to conflicts.