Synonyms for Militant (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a militant reformer):
activist
WordNet sense 2 (disposed to warfare or hard-line policies):
hawkish, warlike
WordNet sense 3 (engaged in war):
belligerent, fighting, warring, war-ridden
WordNet sense 4 (not peaceful):
unpeaceful
WordNet sense 5 (showing a fighting disposition):
competitive
WordNet sense 6 (having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends):
aggressive
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