How do you pronounce militate?

militate is pronounced as /ˈmɪlɪˌteɪt/.

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militate

⚖️militate

verb

/ˈmɪlɪˌteɪt/

military incursion militia

Meaning

to have a strong effect against something; to work as a powerful factor in preventing or influencing an outcome

Example Sentences

His lack of experience will militate against his promotion.

Example Expressions

militate against

Synonyms

hinder, oppose, obstruct, counteract, prevent

Antonyms

support, favor, assist

Collocations

militate against, factors militating, circumstances militating

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