Hawkishness (Noun)
Meaning
Any political orientation favoring aggressive policies.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The president's hawkishness on foreign policy has drawn criticism from many of his opponents who favor a more diplomatic approach.
- The country's recent shift towards hawkishness has led to increased tensions with neighboring nations.
- Some critics argue that the politician's hawkishness is driven by a desire to appeal to his party's conservative base.
- The economist warned that the government's hawkishness on trade could lead to a devastating trade war.
- The rise of hawkishness in the government has led to increased military spending and a more aggressive stance on international relations.