Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
postwar
Adjective
/ˈpōstˌwôr/
Definition
Relating to the period after a war.
Examples
- Many postwar policies were enacted to rebuild the economy.
- The postwar era saw significant changes in technology and culture.
- He wrote about his experiences during the postwar period in his memoir.
Meaning
The term ‘postwar’ describes the time period that follows the end of a war. It often refers to the social, economic, and political conditions that develop in the aftermath of conflict.
Synonyms
- Aftermath
- Post-conflict
- Postbellum
