Hostile
Hostile adjective - Marked by opposition or ill will.
Paramilitary and hostile are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Paramilitary" instead an adjective "Hostile".
Nearby Word: hostility
Paramilitary
Paramilitary adjective - Of or relating to a group of civilians organized to function like or to assist a military unit.
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Synonyms for Paramilitary
Hostile and paramilitary are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hostile" instead an adjective "Paramilitary".
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However, things get complicated fast by paramilitary extremists hostile to both sides, and what's the deal with the infamously Brutal Military Police special forces?
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