Militarily
/ˌmɪl.ɪˈtɛɹ.ə.li/ adv
adv ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adverb
- 1 In a military or martial manner; not peaceably.
- 2 By way of military or otherwise belligerent means.
"The borders of the empire were expanded militarily over the course of many wars of conquest."
- 3 In a manner relating to the military or military matters.
"Whether [Israel's] blockade [of Gaza] is militarily justified is a point of contention."
Adverb
- 1 with respect to the military wordnet
Synonyms
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More examples"Militarily speaking, Gaza is utterly defenseless. That's why the IDF chooses this area to flex its muscles."
Etymology
From military + -ly.