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militate

verb

have force or influence; bring about an effect or change

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
M
Ends with
E
Contains
IL
Scrabble score
10
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈmɪlɪteɪt

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. have force or influence; bring about an effect or change

    “Politeness militated against this opinion being expressed”

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Example Sentences

Politeness militated against this opinion being expressed
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