warlike

[US]/'wɔːlaɪk/
[UK]/'wɔrlaɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. inclined to engage in war; characteristic of or suitable for war; having the potential for war.

Example Sentences

Military planes flew over the country in a warlike action.

The Maquis ship is destroyed in a battle with the warlike Kazons.To prevent a Kazon aggression against a helpless world, Voyager destroys the space probe.

The ancient tribe was known for its warlike nature.

The warlike atmosphere in the region made people uneasy.

The warlike behavior of the group escalated the conflict.

The warlike tribes clashed over territory.

His warlike attitude made negotiations difficult.

The warlike nation was always prepared for battle.

The warlike culture valued strength and aggression.

The warlike tendencies of the ruler led to constant wars.

The warlike history of the region shaped its identity.

The warlike rhetoric of the leader incited violence.

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