Cold wars — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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Meaning & Definition of Cold wars

Cold wars (noun)

  1. a conflict over ideological differences carried on by methods short of sustained overt military action and usually without breaking off diplomatic relations; specifically often Cold War, the ideological conflict between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the second half of the 20th century
  2. a condition of rivalry, mistrust, and often open hostility short of violence especially between power groups (such as labor and management)

Cold wars (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in civil wars, world wars

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Cold wars

The most common words with a similar meaning to Cold wars:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Cold wars

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Origin & Etymology of Cold wars

First known use: 1909

Frequently Asked Questions about Cold wars

What does "Cold wars" mean?

"Cold wars" means a conflict over ideological differences carried on by methods short of sustained overt military action and usually without breaking off diplomatic relations; specifically often Cold War, the ideological conflict between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the second half of the 20th century. As a noun, it is defined as: a conflict over ideological differences carried on by methods short of sustained overt military action and usually without breaking off diplomatic relations; specifically often Cold War, the ideological conflict between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the second half of the 20th century.

What is another word for "Cold wars"?

Other words for "Cold wars" include civil wars, holy wars, limited wars, police actions, world wars, conflagrations, conflicts and hostilities. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Cold wars" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Cold wars"?

There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Cold wars". Common alternatives include civil wars, holy wars, limited wars, police actions, world wars, conflagrations, conflicts, hostilities, hot wars and wars.

What is the opposite of "Cold wars"?

Antonyms of "Cold wars" include peaces, demilitarizations, demobilizations, disarmaments, pacifications, cease-fires, truces and calms.

Is "Cold wars" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Cold wars" is a noun.

What is the origin of the word "Cold wars"?

First known use: 1909.

What is another word for "Cold wars" meaning "as in civil wars, world wars"?

When "Cold wars" (noun) means as in civil wars, world wars, synonyms include civil wars, holy wars, limited wars, police actions, world wars and conflagrations. Opposites in this sense include peaces, demilitarizations, demobilizations and disarmaments.