Enlisted

Pronunciation: /ˌɛnˈlɪstɪd/

Enlisted (adjective)

  1. having a rank below officer in the military.

Examples

  • The enlisted personnel followed the officer's orders.
  • Enlisted soldiers often have different duties than officers.

Common collocations: enlisted personnel, enlisted rank, enlist in the army, enlist for service, enlist help

Enlisted (verb)

  1. signed up to join the military.
  2. got someone to help or support a cause.

Examples

  • He enlisted in the army after finishing school.
  • Many young people enlisted during the conflict.

Synonyms of Enlisted

Neutral

Formal

Antonyms of Enlisted

  • military service
  • voluntary departure from a position