What is another word for the Great War?

Pronunciation: [ðə ɡɹˈe͡ɪt wˈɔː] (IPA)

The Great War, also known as World War 1, was one of the deadliest and most significant conflicts in modern history. It lasted from 1914 to 1918, and involved many of the world's major powers. Synonyms for The Great War include the First World War, the War to End All Wars, and the European War. The term "World War 1" was not widely used until after World War 2, when it became necessary to distinguish between the two conflicts. Other colloquial expressions for the war include the Great War for Civilization and, for a time during the early years of the conflict, simply "the war".

What are the hypernyms for The great war?

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

Famous quotes with The great war

  • In the account book of the Great War the page recording the Russian losses has been ripped out. The figures are unknown. Five millions, or eight? We ourselves know not.
    Paul von Hindenburg
  • The mere dates of my existence do not interest me, except in one connection. When the Great War started I was too old to be acceptable as a volunteer; when conscription followed I was too old to be conscripted.
    Laurence Housman
  • In 1918, when I was 6 or 7 years old, radio was just coming into use in the Great War.
    Chuck Jones
  • If God is as real as the shadow of the Great War on Armistice Day, need we seek further reason for making a place for God in our thoughts and lives?
    Arthur Eddington

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