Phrase guide

class warfare

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Conflict between sociopolitical classes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: derogatory, sometimes, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: class struggle, class war

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

conflict between social or economic classes (especially between the capitalist and proletariat classes)

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: class struggle, class war

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: conflict, struggle, battle

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