1. the quality or state of being militant; aggressive or combative behavior in support of a cause

Examples

• The union’s militance led to a prolonged strike.
• Her militance in defending civil rights inspired many activists.
• The group’s growing militance concerned local authorities.
• Political militance often emerges during times of social unrest.
• The protesters’ militance escalated tensions at the rally.
• His militance on environmental issues made him unpopular with industry leaders.