warring
UK: ˈwɔːrɪŋ | US: ˈwɔːrɪŋ
adj. engaged in or involving conflict or strife
adj. (of states, factions, etc.) fighting against each other
The word "warring" derives from the Old English "wyrre" (conflict), which evolved into "war" in Middle English, retaining its core meaning of armed struggle. The suffix "-ing" transforms the noun into an adjective, indicating ongoing action or state. The term reflects the persistent human experience of conflict, linguistically marking its continuity through the present participle form.
The warring factions finally agreed to a ceasefire.
Warring tribes in the region have clashed for decades.
His warring emotions made decision-making difficult.
The novel depicts warring kingdoms vying for power.
Warring ideologies divided the political landscape.