Field Marshal (Noun)
Meaning
An officer holding the highest rank in the army.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The president conferred the highest honor on the retired field marshal for his exceptional service to the country.
- Both men had risen through the ranks to become highly respected field marshals in their respective countries.
- Historians still argue over who was the most skilled field marshal of World War II.
- The old general had served under several field marshals during his illustrious career.
- His promotion to field marshal at the age of 45 was unprecedented and caught everyone by surprise.