adjectiveformalless common
Ready or willing to fight a war.
The warlike king refused to sign the peace treaty.
Common phrases & grammar
warlike nation · warlike behavior
American English
How to pronounce warlike
adjectiveB2
WORlaik
/ˈwɔɹˌlaɪk̚/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Ready or willing to fight a war.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
adjectiveformalless common
Connected with war or fighting.
The museum has a collection of warlike objects from ancient Rome.
Common phrases & grammar
warlike culture · warlike activity