verb
- to have weight or effect as evidence or argument; to work against or in favor of something
Usage: formal; often used with ‘against’ or ‘in favor of’
Examples
- The lack of evidence militates against his theory.
- Her extensive experience militates in favor of promoting her.
- Rising costs militate against expanding the program.
- The new findings militate strongly against the proposed changes.
- Several factors militate in favor of accepting the offer.
- The harsh weather conditions militated against outdoor activities.