WorldJuly 14, 2026
bellicosity
/ˌbɛlɪˈkɒsɪti/
Definition
An inclination to engage in wars, conflict, or aggressive confrontation.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'bellicosus,' meaning 'warlike' or 'fond of war,' which is built upon the root 'bellum' (war). It entered Middle English through Old French and Latin, preserving its focus on a naturally combative or hostile state.
In the news
In this article, the term describes the traditional US foreign policy stance characterized by constant military posturing and intervention, which the author contrasts with a more cooperative, diplomatic international approach.
The Left Needs Its Own Foreign Policy
Read the full article ↗Jacobin