MERCENARY
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Mercenary.
How to pronounce mercenary:
UK
Mercenary - as a noun
A person hired to fight for another country than their own
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
soldier of fortuneHypernyms (Closely Related)
adventurer14venturer11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Mercenary - as an adjective satellite
Serving for wages in a foreign army
Example: "Mercenary killers"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
free-lancefreelance14Profit oriented
Example: "A commercial book"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commercial18mercantile14moneymaking23Mercenary - as an adjective
Motivated by private gain.
Example Sentences
"The mercenary was hired to protect the wealthy businessman."
"The villagers hired a mercenary to defend their town from bandits."
"The mercenary was known for his skill with the sword."
"She worked as a mercenary for several years before retiring."
"The mercenary fought bravely on the battlefield, earning a reputation for his courage."
Word Game Points
Is MERCENARY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mercenary is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MERCENARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is MERCENARY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mercenary is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMERCENARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is MERCENARY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mercenary is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMERCENARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
