What is another word for Central Powers?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛntɹə͡l pˈa͡ʊəz] (IPA)

The term "Central Powers" was used to describe the alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria during World War I. However, there are alternative phrases that can be used to describe this alliance. For instance, "Triple Alliance" is the term used to describe the initial alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy prior to the outbreak of the war. "Triple Entente" is another term used to describe the alliance between France, Russia, and Britain that formed as a response to the Central Powers. "Axis Powers" is the term used to describe the alliance between Germany, Italy, and Japan during World War II. Finally, "Central Bloc" is another alternative term that has been used to describe the Central Powers.

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What are the hypernyms for Central powers?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    alliances, triple entente, axis powers, Combined Nations, World War I Combatants.

Famous quotes with Central powers

  • As a first step there must be an offer to achieve equality of rights in disarmament by abolishing the weapons forbidden to the Central Powers by the Peace Treaties.
    Arthur Henderson
  • The year 1915 was one of meager results, the advantages remaining on the side of the Central Powers, with this understanding, however: The Allies were growing stronger because Great Britain was making rapid progress in marshaling her resources for war.
    Kelly Miller

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