Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

enlisted

Adjective
/ɪnˈlɪstɪd/
Definition
Describes a person who has joined the military, typically in a non-commissioned officer rank.
Examples
  • He is an enlisted soldier serving overseas.
  • Many enlisted personnel take part in additional training programs.
  • Enlisted members often have different duties than officers.
Meaning
To be enlisted means to be engaged or enrolled in a service or organization, especially the armed forces.
Synonyms
  • Recruited
  • Drafted
  • Joined