Unsoldierly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unsoldierly is an adjective meaning Not soldierly, not appropriate for a soldier.
Meaning
Not soldierly, not appropriate for a soldier.
More Meanings
- In a manner that is not appropriate for a soldier.
Example Sentences
His desertion was condemned as an unsoldierly act of cowardice.
A few of them limped unsoldierly in deference to blistered feet.
It is a miserable story. Even Yate, who saw it happen, betrays an unsoldierly sigh.
For which most unsouldierly & unworthy action […] he had this insuing Judgement pronounced against him […]
Word Forms
- unsouldierly
Synonyms for unsoldierly
Depending on context, synonyms include unsoldierlike, nonmilitary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nonmilitary, unsoldierlike, unsoldiered, unservicelike, unworkmanly, unseamanlike.
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