DEMILITARIZATIONS Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of demilitarization

as in disarmament

the reduction or elimination of a country's armed forces or weapons the demilitarization of some formerly warlike nations that occurred in the aftermath of World War II

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verb

(ˌ)dē-ˈmi-lə-tə-ˌrīz

as in to disarm

to reduce the size and strength of the armed forces of the two nations agreed to demilitarize themselves reciprocally in hopes of avoiding war

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As Japan’s occupying power after World War II, the United States undertook a sweeping demilitarization of the country. — Alastair Gale, Bloomberg, 13 Mar. 2026 For a third year in a row, many Palestinians living in Gaza are currently observing Ramadan from tents amid the rubble of their former homes, with reconstruction among the monumental challenges that lie ahead for the peace process, as well as securing the demilitarization of Hamas. — Freddie Clayton, NBC news, 21 Feb. 2026

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Then there is the intent to demilitarize Ukraine. — Olivier Kempf, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026 That phase includes limited border reopenings, efforts to demilitarize Gaza and discussions over postwar governance. — Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 31 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for demilitarization

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disarmament

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Advertisement The peace plan has also stalled for months at phase two, which requires Hamas’s disarmament and plans to rebuild Gaza.

— Rebecca Schneid, Time, 7 July 2026
Hamas’ statement made no mention of disarmament, one of the key requirements under the second phase of the ceasefire deal, which the group has so far refused.

— Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

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