Meaning of the word militancy in English

What does militancy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

militancy

US /ˈmɪl.ə.tən.si/
UK /ˈmɪl.tən.si/

Noun

the use of confrontational or violent methods in support of a political or social cause

Example:
The union's growing militancy led to a series of strikes.
There was a noticeable increase in political militancy among young people.
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