Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
world-war-ii
noun
/ˈwɜːrld wɔːr tuː/
Definition
World War II was a global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945, involving many of the world’s nations divided into two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis.
Examples
- World War II fundamentally changed the political landscape of the world.
- Many countries were involved in World War II, including the United States, Germany, and Japan.
- The aftermath of World War II paved the way for the Cold War.
Meaning
It refers to the second major global war, marked by significant events such as the Holocaust, the use of atomic bombs, and widespread battles across Europe, Asia, and the Pacific.
Synonyms
- Second World War
- WWII
- the Great War (historically referred to in the context of the first world war)
