Declare war

Verb

Word Frequency: 0.9

Definitions

1.VerbTo make a formal pronouncement, or sign a legal document, that initiates a state of war between one nation and another, usually before hostilities begin.

2.VerbTo announce one's intention to fiercely combat or eradicate something.

"The governor declared war on poverty."

Synonyms

go to war put in declare pronounce take up the hatchet mobilize militiate proclaim warrant mobilise wage officialize

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