What is another word for armed hostility?
Pronunciation: [ˈɑːmd həstˈɪlɪti] (IPA) 
The phrase "armed hostility" can refer to a state or situation of violence or conflict between opposing parties that involves the use of weapons or military force. Synonyms for this term include armed conflict, warfare, combat, combativeness, aggression, belligerence, confrontation, hostilities, and fighting. Other related words may include combat zones, war zones, battlegrounds, and theaters of war. These words can emphasize the seriousness and danger of armed conflict and the potential for violence and casualties that can result. They can also describe the political or ideological tensions that often fuel such conflicts, such as territorial disputes, religious or ethnic differences, or disputes over resources and power.
