How to Pronounce Militarism

To pronounce "militarism", say MIL-it-ar-ism — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

MIL-it-ar-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “militarism”

"militarism" has 4 syllables: mil-it-ar-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does militarism mean?

noun

  1. An ideology which claims that the military is the foundation of a society's security, and thereby its most important aspect.
  2. A focus on, or excessive use of, military force.

Antonyms

anti-militarism

Words that rhyme with militarism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

militarisationmilitaryaggressionimperialismimperialistbelligerencemartialismhawkishness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "militarism"?▾

"Militarism" has 4 syllables: mil · it · ar · ism.

What does "militarism" mean?▾

Militarism: An ideology which claims that the military is the foundation of a society's security, and thereby its most important aspect.

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