martially
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner relating to or characteristic of war, warriors, or the military: Describes an action done with martial qualities such as discipline, aggression, bravery, or military bearing.
- In a warlike or combative manner: Describes behavior that is aggressive, ready for conflict, or reminiscent of a soldier.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- The troops marched martially past the reviewing stand, their movements perfectly synchronized.
- He responded martially to the threat, immediately adopting a defensive stance.
- The general spoke martially about defending the nation's borders.
Advanced Usage
- "to carry oneself martially": to have a posture or demeanor that is soldierly, disciplined, and authoritative.
- Despite being retired, the old captain still carried himself martially.
- Used to modify verbs of action, appearance, or speech to impart a quality of military vigor or readiness.
- The protest was organized martially, with participants moving in disciplined columns.
Variants and Related Words
- Martial (adjective): Pertaining to war, the military, or combat.
- The country declared martial law.
- Martialism (noun): A martial spirit or tendency.
- Martialist (noun): An advocate of martial policies or a person with a martial character.
Synonyms
- Warlike: Disposed towards or suggestive of war.
- Soldierly: Having the qualities of a good soldier, such as discipline and bravery.
- Combatively: In a manner ready or eager to fight or argue.
- Militarily: In a military manner.
Antonyms
- Peacefully: In a peaceful manner.
- Pacifistically: In a manner opposing war or violence.
- Unwarlike: Not inclined to or suggestive of war.
Related Phrases
- With martial ardor: With passionate enthusiasm for combat or military endeavor.
- The young recruits fought with martial ardor.
- In a martial spirit: With an attitude befitting a warrior.
- They competed in a martial spirit, emphasizing honor and discipline.
Adverb
- in a martial manner