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bellicist


Meanings
  • noun

    A person who advocates or justifies war or military action.


Rhymes
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bell , tell , cell , well
Variants
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bellicose , bellicosities , bellicosity
Etymology
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From the Latin bellum (war) + -icist (maker, doer)


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  1. The term 'bellicist' was popularized in the late 19th century by the Italian political theorist and journalist, Gaetano Mosca.

  2. Some critics argue that the concept of the 'bellicist' can be traced back to ancient Greece, where philosophers such as Thucydides and Aristotle wrote extensively about the causes and conduct of war.


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  1. Militarism: An ideology that emphasizes the importance of military strength and preparedness, often to the exclusion of other social or economic concerns.

  2. Just War Theory: A philosophical framework for evaluating the moral legitimacy of war, based on principles such as jus ad bellum (just cause for war) and jus in bello (just conduct in war).


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The term 'bellicist' has been used in various contexts, including political and military discourse. For instance, it has been used to describe individuals or groups who advocate for war or military action, often in the context of national defense or foreign policy.

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