prewar

[pri-wawr]

prewar Definition

existing or happening before a war, especially the First or Second World War.

Using prewar: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prewar" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The prewar era was marked by economic growth and social change.

  • Example

    The prewar architecture of the city is still visible in some neighborhoods.

  • Example

    The prewar tensions between the two countries eventually led to armed conflict.

prewar Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prewar

  • pre-World War
  • pre-World War II
  • pre-World War I
  • pre-military conflict
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Summary: prewar in Brief

The term 'prewar' [pri-wawr] refers to something that existed or happened before a war, particularly the First or Second World War. It can be used to describe the time period, architecture, or tensions before a military conflict.