warlike

/ˌwɔrˈlaɪk/
/ˈwɔlaɪk/
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Definitions of warlike
  1. adjective
    disposed to warfare or hard-line policies
    “warlike policies”
    synonyms: hawkish, militant
    unpeaceful
    not peaceful
  2. adjective
    suggesting war or military life
    synonyms: martial
    military
    characteristic of or associated with soldiers or the military
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