Militarian

Part of speech: adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌmɪl.ɪˈtɛəɹi.ən/

Definitions

1. A person who supports the dominance or control of the military in government or society
2. Someone who favors the increased role or influence of armed forces in political or social matters
3. An individual who advocates for military strength and authority in national or international affairs

Etymology: "Militarian" is a plain English formation: the noun "military" with the suffix "-ian" attached, which turns it into a word for a supporter of the thing named. The base "military" traces back through Latin "militaris," from "miles" (soldier), and the suffix descends from the Latin "-ianus" family, so the new word simply names someone who favours military dominance in government or society. The pattern is familiar from words like "Marxian" or "Platonian" (a follower of a named idea). "Militarian" applies the same logic to a force rather than a person, giving the term a flat, descriptive tone that contrasts with more emotive labels for the same attitude.

Synonyms: military, martial

Antonyms: pacifist