military

Connected with the army, navy, or air force.

• My brother did military service.
• The town has a large military base.
• Several military officers attended the meeting.

Opposites: civilian

Common phrases: military service, military base, military training

Connected with fighting a war or planning attacks.

• They planned a military attack.
• The government ruled out military action.
• A military victory did not bring lasting peace.

Common phrases: military action, military strategy, military victory

Typical of soldiers or the way they behave.

• He stood with military precision.
• Her military bearing made her easy to recognize.
• The children marched with surprisingly military discipline.

Similar words: soldierly

Common phrases: military bearing, military discipline, military precision

Connected specifically with armies and soldiers who fight on land.

• Military and naval units trained together.
• The report separates military operations from naval operations.
• He studied both military and maritime strategy.

Common phrases: military forces, military operations, military command

The forces of a country that are trained to fight, including its army, navy, and air force.

• She joined the military.
• The military helped after the earthquake.
• How much does the government spend on the military?

Similar words: armed forces

Common phrases: the military, join the military, in the military

The army, navy, air force, and other armed forces of the United States.

• He served in the military in Texas.
• Congress approved more money for the military.
• Her family moved often while she was in the military.

Similar words: US armed forces

Common phrases: the military, join the military, leave the military