Synonyms of veteran

Antonyms of veteran

Collocations of veteran

war veteran
Frequency: 80 %

The war veteran shared his experiences with the younger soldiers.

experienced veteran
Frequency: 70 %

The experienced veteran knew exactly how to handle the situation.

veteran player
Frequency: 65 %

The veteran player provided leadership on and off the field.

veteran actor
Frequency: 60 %

The veteran actor received a lifetime achievement award for his work in film.

veteran politician
Frequency: 45 %

The veteran politician had decades of experience in government.

Idiomatic Expressions for veteran

  • Phrase: battle-hardened veteran
    Meaning: a soldier who has been toughened by experience in combat
    Usage: The battle-hardened veteran led his troops into battle.