Looking for the meaning of the word HAWKISH in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of HAWKISH with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Hawkish
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈhɔːkɪʃ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
resembling a hawk in nature or appearance
Short Definition:resembling hawk in nature or appearance
Examples:- his hawkish nose
Definition:
advocating an aggressive or warlike policy, especially in foreign affairs
Short Definition:advocating aggressive policy
Examples:- the administration's hawkish stance
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