Military Ranks

noun a military rank above colonel and below major general

• The brigadier inspected the troops before they were deployed.
• I heard the brigadier is a stickler for rules and discipline.
• The new brigadier is really cracking the whip around here.
• She was like a brigadier in the way she organized and directed the event.

noun A rank in the military or police

• The captain of the ship was responsible for ensuring the safety of all passengers.
• I heard the captain is a great guy to work under.
• Yo, that captain is one cool dude!
• She was the captain of her own destiny, steering her life in the direction she wanted.

noun the leader or head of a group or organization

adjective most important or prominent

• The chief executive officer is responsible for making major decisions within the company.
• The chief of police is cracking down on speeding in our neighborhood.
• I heard the chief is throwing a party at his place this weekend.
• She is the chief architect of the new project, leading the team with innovative ideas.

noun a high-ranking officer in the army or air force

• The colonel inspected the troops before they marched into battle.
• I heard the colonel is a stickler for punctuality.
• The colonel is known as the 'big cheese' around here.
• The colonel of the team always leads by example.

noun a person appointed to act as a substitute for another, typically in a specific role or office

• The deputy mayor presided over the city council meeting in the absence of the mayor.
• The deputy sheriff is in charge while the sheriff is on vacation.
• I heard the deputy is the one who calls the shots around here.
• She is like the deputy of the group, always stepping up to take charge when needed.

noun A category or rank in a classification system, specifically the fourth level or group

adjective Describing something as being of the fourth level or group in a classification system

• The students were divided into different groups based on their academic performance, with the highest achievers placed in the fourth class.
• I heard that the fourth class has the coolest teacher who lets them watch movies sometimes.
• The fourth class is where all the smart cookies hang out.
• In the school of life, learning to prioritize your mental health should be considered a fourth class essential.

noun a level of rank, quality, proficiency, or value

verb to assign a rank or score to someone or something

adjective used to describe something of a particular quality or standard

• The student received an A grade on the final exam.
• I got a B grade on my math test.
• She aced the test and got a top-grade.
• His performance in the competition was top-grade.

noun a person who is younger or of lower rank

adjective relating to or for younger or less experienced people

• The junior associate is responsible for assisting the senior team members with their projects.
• I heard the junior guy got promoted to a higher position in the company.
• The junior dude is always up for a good time.
• Being the junior in the group, she often felt left out of important decisions.

noun the qualities or characteristics associated with being a knight

• The young squire aspired to achieve knighthood through years of training and service.
• Hey, did you hear about Jake? He's been talking about going for knighthood at the next jousting tournament.
• I heard Sarah got her knighthood last week after acing all her exams.
• In the world of business, earning a knighthood is akin to reaching the top of the corporate ladder.

noun a person who has chosen a particular field of study as their main subject of specialization in college or university

verb to pursue a specific field of study as one's main subject in college or university

adjective important, serious, or significant

• The major issue with the project is the lack of funding.
• The major problem with the car is the engine keeps stalling.
• The major bummer about the party was that it got shut down early.
• She played a major role in shaping the company's success.

noun A noncommissioned officer is a military officer who has not received a commission from a higher authority, and is typically in charge of enlisted personnel.

• The noncommissioned officer provided guidance and leadership to the junior enlisted soldiers.
• The noncommissioned officer is the one who tells us what to do around here.
• The noncommissioned officer is like the boss of the enlisted folks.
• The noncommissioned officer is the backbone of the military unit, providing support and direction to the team.

noun a person appointed to a position of authority or oversight, typically in a school or organization

• The school prefect is responsible for maintaining discipline among the students.
• The prefect told us to line up quietly for assembly.
• I heard the prefect is pretty chill and doesn't give out too many detentions.
• She was like the prefect of the group, always making sure everyone was taken care of.

noun a relative position or degree of value in a graded group

verb to assign a particular position in a hierarchy

• He achieved the rank of captain in the army after years of dedicated service.
• She's been trying to rank up in the game leaderboard for weeks now.
• I heard he got a promotion and is now ranked as the top dog in his department.
• In terms of popularity, she definitely ranks among the top influencers in the industry.

noun a slang term for a military sergeant

• The sarge ordered his troops to stand at attention.
• Hey sarge, what's the plan for today?
• Sarge said we need to hustle if we want to finish on time.
• She's the sarge of the household, always keeping everyone in line.

noun a person who works as a sailor or crew member on a ship

• The seaman navigated the ship through rough waters with skill and precision.
• My uncle used to work as a seaman on a cargo ship.
• Hey, did you hear about that crazy seaman who survived a shark attack?
• As a seaman of life, he sailed through the ups and downs with grace and resilience.

noun a category or rank in a classification

adjective denoting the rank or quality of third in a series

• The passengers in third class were served their meals in the dining car.
• We're sitting in third class, but at least we got a good deal on the tickets.
• I heard the party in third class was lit last night.
• Being treated like a third class citizen is never acceptable.

noun a document issued by a legal or government official authorizing the police or another body to make an arrest, search premises, or carry out some other action relating to the administration of justice.

verb justify or necessitate (a certain course of action).

• The police obtained a warrant to search the suspect's house.
• The cops got a warrant to go through the guy's place.
• The feds got the green light to raid the dude's crib.
• His reckless behavior warranted a closer look by authorities.

noun A title of nobility given to a male monarch or a high-ranking nobleman, especially in certain European countries

• The grand duke attended the royal ball with his entourage.
• Did you hear about the grand duke throwing a lavish party at his palace?
• That grand duke is living the high life, always surrounded by luxury.
• In the world of finance, he was considered the grand duke of mergers and acquisitions.

noun a high-ranking officer in the navy

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• The admiral led the fleet into battle with strategic precision.
• Did you see the admiral's new uniform? It looks sharp!
• The admiral is a total boss when it comes to commanding the ship.
• She was the admiral of the group, always leading with confidence and authority.