casus belli
(ca-sus-bel-li)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a latin phrase meaning 'case for war'. it describes a reason to go to war.
Example Sentence
The attack on our country was a casus belli.
More Example Sentences
Casus belli was debated in the government meeting.
Synonyms
justification for war; reason for conflict; cause for war
Antonyms
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