Belligerent
/bəˈlɪdʒərənt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Hostile and aggressive, especially in a legal or diplomatic context.
The belligerent tone of the negotiation heightened tensions between the two countries.
- (n.) A state or party engaged in conflict or war recognized under international law.
The belligerents signed a ceasefire agreement to halt the fighting.
Forms
- belligerently
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'belligerent' often denotes recognized parties in armed conflict, distinct from non-combatants.
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