warmonger
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for warmonger, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who pushes for war with great and often reckless enthusiasm.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use warmonger
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
called a warmonger
branded a warmonger
warmongering rhetoric
accused of warmongering
Warmonger is always negative and is never used as a neutral or approving description.
Etymology
Warmonger is a compound formed by joining war with monger.
Full origin of warmonger →Frequently asked questions
What does warmonger mean?
A warmonger is someone who pushes eagerly for war, and the word is used as a criticism rather than a neutral label.
Is warmonger an insult?
Yes, it is a derogatory term, always used to criticise someone for favouring war.
Can warmonger be used as a verb?
Yes, to warmonger means to actively advocate for war, as in warmongering rhetoric.
