belligerent buh-LIJ-uh-runt noun adjective WS #6

a nation or person engaged in war or conflict

1. As belligerents in the conflict, both countries faced economic sanctions.
2. An international group is trying to negotiate a cease-fire between the belligerents.
3. The treaty was signed by all belligerent powers.
4. The belligerents in the civil war finally agreed to peace talks.
5. Humanitarian aid was delivered to civilians caught between the belligerents.

hostile and aggressive; inclined to or exhibiting combativeness; engaged in warfare

1. He was drunk and belligerent.
2. The belligerent tone of his voice made it clear that he was not interested in a peaceful resolution.
3. The coach became belligerent when the referee made a controversial call.
4. The two belligerent nations refused to negotiate a peace treaty.
5. Her belligerent attitude made it difficult to have a rational discussion.