noun
- nations, groups, or individuals engaged in war or conflict
Usage: formal; often used in legal or political contexts
Examples
- The treaty was signed by all belligerents after months of negotiation.
- International law governs the conduct of belligerents during wartime.
- The ceasefire agreement required both belligerents to withdraw their forces.
- Neutral countries often serve as mediators between belligerents.
- The United Nations called for restraint from all belligerents in the conflict.
- Humanitarian aid was blocked by the belligerents despite civilian suffering.