What is another word for war-ridden?
Pronunciation: [wˈɔːɹˈɪdən] (IPA) 
War-ridden is an adjective used to describe a place or situation that has been ravaged by war. There are several synonyms for the word war-ridden which include strife-torn, conflict-ravaged, war-torn, battle-scarred, and militarily-occupied. These synonyms all imply that a particular place or situation has been devastated or subjected to continuous violence and turmoil due to war. Strife-torn and conflict-ravaged both suggest a constant state of conflict, while war-torn and battle-scarred suggest the physical devastation caused by war. Militarily occupied implies that a place is controlled by a foreign military force. These synonyms all highlight the negative effects of war on people's lives and the environment.
