militate

Verb

have force or influence; bring about an effect or change
- "Politeness militated against this opinion being expressed"
To give force or effect toward; to influence.
To serve as a soldier or participate in warfare.

Examples

"to militate against the possibility of his election"

Origin / Etymology

From Latin mīlitātus, from mīlitō.

Synonyms

mitigate

Scrabble Score: 10

militate is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
militate is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
militate is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

militate is a valid Words With Friends word