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embattle

The word “embattle” has 3 syllables: em-bat-tle

It's pronounced as /ɛmˈbætəl/

What is synonym and antonym for embattle?

In the thesaurus, “embattle” has 14 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for embattle along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for embattle

  • arm
  • array
  • equip
  • fortify
  • furnish
  • make ready
  • mechanize
  • militarize
  • mobilize
  • prepare for combat
  • reequip
  • strengthen
  • supply
  • weapon

Antonyms for embattle

  • demilitarize
  • demobilize
  • denuclearize
  • disarm
  • discourage
  • dissuade
  • hurt
  • weaken

Meanings of embattle

  • verb
    1. To arrange in order of battle; to array for battle.
    2. To prepare or arm for battle; to equip as for battle.
    3. To be arrayed for battle.
    4. To furnish with battlements; give the form of battlements to.
  • noun
    1. A merlon, or a single one of the series of solid projections of a battlement.

Example Sentences

  • The general moved quickly to embattle his troops along the border.
  • They began to embattle the city in preparation for the siege.
  • The movie showed scenes where villagers would embattle themselves for defense.
  • The king ordered his forces to embattle near the river.
  • Engineers worked to embattle the fortress against invasion.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to embattle, such as: arm, array, demilitarize, demobilize, denuclearize, disarm, discourage.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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