warriors

word · lemma: warrior

/ˈwɔɹiɝz/
WOR-ee-urz
/wˈɒɹɪəz/
WO-ree-uhz

Definition

Warriors are people, especially in the past, who fight in battles or wars. The word can also be used figuratively for people who fight strongly for a cause or against a difficulty.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to fighters in a historical, traditional, or heroic sense, not modern soldiers in ordinary contexts. Common in phrases like 'brave warriors' or 'ancient warriors', and figuratively in expressions such as 'weekend warriors' or 'cancer warriors'.

Example Sentences

The warriors carried shields and swords.

basic

The village honored its warriors.

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In the story, the warriors protect the king.

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The museum has an exhibit on ancient warriors from South America.

natural

They're real warriors for getting through a year like that.

natural

On weekends, the hiking trails fill up with warriors in brand-new gear.

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