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C1 Level Wordlist - Military

Here you will learn some English words about military, such as "deploy", "raid", "militant", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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atrocity
atrocity
[noun]

an extremely brutal act, especially in war

Ex: The history book detailed many atrocities committed during the war , each story more harrowing than the last .
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admiral
admiral
[noun]

the highest-ranking officer in a fleet

Ex: The young cadets listened intently as the admiral shared his experiences and insights from decades at sea .
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colonel
colonel
[noun]

a high-ranking officer in the army, marine corps, or air force, whose rank is between a lieutenant colonel and brigadier general

Ex: During the ceremony , the colonel delivered a heartfelt speech , honoring the bravery and sacrifice of his soldiers .
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general
general
[noun]

a high-ranking officer in the army, Air Force, or Marines

Ex: The general received numerous accolades for his service , including the Medal of Honor , the highest military decoration .
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major
major
[noun]

a middle-ranking officer in the armed forces

Ex: She admired the major's dedication and professionalism , traits that made him a respected leader among his peers .
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veteran
veteran
[noun]

a former member of the armed forces who has fought in a war

Ex: She visited the VA hospital regularly to volunteer her time and support veterans in need .
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to assassinate

to murder a prominent figure in a sudden attack, usually for political purposes

Ex: The group of rebels conspired to assassinate the ruling monarch .
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to blast
to blast
[Verb]

to violently damage or destroy something using explosives

Ex: The construction team blasted the bedrock to lay the foundation for the skyscraper .
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to blow up

to cause something to explode

Ex: The dynamite was used to blow the tunnel entrance up.
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to bombard

to drop bombs on someone or something continuously

Ex: In the siege , the castle walls were bombarded by catapults and trebuchets .
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to charge
to charge
[Verb]

to attack violently and suddenly in a battle

Ex: The general ordered his troops to charge the enemy 's flank , hoping to gain a tactical advantage .
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to conquer

to gain control of a place or people using armed forces

Ex: Throughout history , powerful empires sought to conquer new lands .
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to deploy
to deploy
[Verb]

to position soldiers or equipment for military action

Ex: After the briefing , the general deployed his soldiers to various strategic points .
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to evacuate

(of armed forces) to empty a dangerous place

Ex: The military was ordered to evacuate potential target areas .
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to execute

to kill someone, especially as a legal penalty

Ex: International human rights organizations often condemn governments that execute individuals without fair trials or proper legal representation .
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to mobilize

(of a state) to organize and prepare for a military operation

Ex: Military exercises were conducted to ensure the efficiency of mobilizing forces in times of crisis .
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to surrender

to give up resistance or stop fighting against an enemy or opponent

Ex: The general often surrenders to avoid unnecessary conflict .
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to retreat

(of military) to move away in order to escape the danger because one has been defeated or is weak

Ex: The forces strategically retreated to draw the enemy into less advantageous territory .
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guerrilla
guerrilla
[noun]

a person who participates in irregular fighting as a member of an unofficial military group

Ex: The documentary explored the motivations and challenges faced by modern-day guerrilla fighters in conflict zones .
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militia
militia
[noun]

a military group consisting of civilians who have been trained as soldiers to help the army in emergencies

Ex: The local militia responded swiftly to the wildfire , helping to evacuate residents and protect homes from the spreading flames .
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militant
militant
[Adjective]

displaying violent acts for the sake of a social or political aim

Ex: His militant rhetoric inflamed tensions among the community , leading to confrontations with opposing groups .
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naval
naval
[Adjective]

relating to the armed forces that operate at seas or waters in general

Ex: Naval architects design ships for various purposes , from cargo transport to military operations .
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civilian
civilian
[Adjective]

relating to a person who is not a member of the military or police force and does not hold an official position in the government

Ex: He served as a civilian volunteer , helping to distribute food and supplies to those in need .
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defensive
defensive
[Adjective]

designed or used in a way that provides a person or thing with protection against attack

Ex: He wore a helmet and armor as part of his defensive gear during the jousting tournament .
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explosive
explosive
[Adjective]

having the potential to cause sudden and violent release of energy or force

Ex: The explosive force of the blast shattered windows in nearby buildings .
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A-bomb
A-bomb
[noun]

a nuclear weapon with great destruction power which is released due to the fission of heavy atoms

Ex: The survivors of the A-bomb attack continue to advocate for peace and nuclear disarmament to prevent future catastrophes .
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rifle
rifle
[noun]

a long gun suitable for shooting a target over long distances, which is held along shoulder while aiming the target

Ex: The museum displayed historical rifles used by soldiers throughout different periods of warfare .
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fleet
fleet
[noun]

a group of naval vessels organized as a single fighting or operational unit

Ex: The fleet maneuvered into formation before the battle .
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raid
raid
[noun]

a surprise attack against a place or a group of people

Ex: The historical reenactment included a dramatic portrayal of a Viking raid on a coastal settlement .
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curfew
curfew
[noun]

an order or law that prohibits people from going outside after a specific time, particularly at night

Ex: The soldiers patrolled the city to enforce the curfew, checking IDs and ensuring no one was out after hours .
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hostage
hostage
[noun]

someone held prisoner by a person or group who will be set free if the demands of that person or group are met

Ex: After hours of negotiation , the police successfully freed the hostage and apprehended the criminals .
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torture
torture
[noun]

the act of making someone suffer very much so that they do what one wants

Ex: International organizations work tirelessly to combat the use of torture and advocate for its prohibition worldwide .
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occupation

the act of invading and controlling a country, city, etc.

Ex: The occupation forces established their headquarters in the capital , using it as a base to control the surrounding regions .
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trench
trench
[noun]

a long narrow hole dug in the ground in which soldiers move and are protected from enemy fire

Ex: From their position in the trench, the troops could see the enemy fortifications just a few hundred yards away .
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truce
truce
[noun]

an agreement according to which enemies or opponents stop fighting each other for a specific period of time

Ex: In an effort to avoid further bloodshed, the negotiators proposed a ceasefire and truce to start peace talks.
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to arm
to arm
[Verb]

to provide individuals or groups with weapons, ensuring they have the necessary equipment for defense or offense

Ex: The resistance movement planned to arm local militias to resist foreign occupation .
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warfare
warfare
[noun]

involvement in war, particularly using certain methods or weapons

Ex: Psychological warfare aims to demoralize the enemy, using propaganda and misinformation to weaken their resolve.
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machine gun

a gun that automatically and rapidly fires a succession of bullets upon pressing the trigger

Ex: The mounted machine gun on the vehicle provided crucial firepower support during the convoy 's journey through hostile territory .
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evacuation

the action of transferring people or being transferred to somewhere else to be safe from a dangerous situation

Ex: During the flood , emergency responders used boats to assist with the evacuation of residents trapped in their homes .
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command
command
[noun]

an order, particularly given by someone in a position of authority

Ex: The police chief gave a strict command for officers to maintain order during the protest .
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AWOL
AWOL
[Adjective]

(of a soldier) having left one's military duty without being permitted to do so

Ex: If he chooses to go AWOL from his military duty, he will face severe legal and disciplinary repercussions.
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ground zero

the exact location of a nuclear explosion

Ex: The documentary interviewed witnesses who were near ground zero during the devastating earthquake .
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gunner
gunner
[noun]

a member of an armed force who is specifically trained to fire large guns

Ex: Gunners in the tank unit trained rigorously to maintain proficiency in operating their weapons systems .
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blowgun
blowgun
[noun]

a tube-like weapon through which an arrow is shot if someone breathes in it forcefully

Ex: In some regions , blowguns were historically used in warfare as silent weapons for ambushes and surprise attacks .
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submachine gun

an automatic gun that is not heavy and can be easily held and carried by hand

Ex: He trained extensively with the submachine gun to master its recoil control and quick reload techniques .
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to station

to send a person to a particular place in order to carry out a duty, particularly a military person

Ex: The general stationed units along the perimeter to fortify the defense .
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magazine
magazine
[noun]

the part of a gun containing its bullets

Ex: The hunter carried spare magazines in his backpack for his rifle during the hunting trip .
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artillery
artillery
[noun]

big heavy guns that are attached on top of moving wheels or tracks

Ex: The museum displayed various types of historical artillery pieces used in different conflicts throughout history .
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nuclear deterrent

a nuclear weapon of a country that is very powerful and serves as a protection against other countries' attacks

Ex: Diplomatic efforts often focus on reducing tensions and strengthening nuclear deterrence agreements among nations.
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nerve agent

a poisonous chemical that is damaging to the nervous system and is used as a war weapon

Ex: The international community condemned the use of nerve agents against civilian populations , calling for accountability and justice .
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nerve gas
nerve gas
[noun]

a toxic chemical substance that interferes with the normal functioning of the nervous system

Ex: Scientists developed antidotes and treatments to counteract the effects of nerve gas exposure in case of emergencies .
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roger
roger
[interjection]

used as a confirmation message in radio communication to indicate that a message has been received and understood

Ex: Roger, moving to phase two.
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ten-four
ten-four
[interjection]

a radio code used in two-way radio communication as an affirmative response or an indication of understanding

Ex: "Ten-four, we're on standby," the paramedic responded, confirming readiness to respond to any emergency call.
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martial law

a situation where the military becomes in charge of a country, replacing regular laws with their own rule, in order to maintain order during times of crisis or disturbance

Ex: Martial law was lifted after several weeks , allowing the gradual return to civilian governance and normalcy .
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to discharge

to make someone leave the armed forces or police and relieving them from their duties

Ex: Following a period of exemplary service, the sergeant was granted a discharge with full honors.
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