"Warlike" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Characterized by or feeling a strong desire for war or aggression; belligerent.
Example sentences:
The warlike atmosphere of the planet made it difficult for the diplomats to negotiate peace.
His warlike personality was evident in his choice of violent movies and video games.
A warlord is a person who is in control of a band of soldiers or a territory and gains power through military strength. A warlord often arises in a situation of political instability or a power vacuum, and their control may be recognized as legitimate by the local population.