VocabJLPT N2
war potential
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. war potential
  2. 2. military strength
  3. 3. ability (to compete)
This noun refers to military strength, combat capability, or fighting power of a group or nation. It is used in contexts of war, strategy, and sometimes sports or competition metaphorically. A team or army's overall ability to win is described with this word.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The introduction of new equipment has improved the unit's combat strength.

Sentence 2

The strategy book said, "Concentrating your forces is the key."

Sentence 3

That's exactly why we need to decide what we can defend with our current forces.

Sentence 4

She said, "I move after I've assessed the enemy's strength."

Sentence 5

So military strength can't just be measured in numbers, is that what you're saying?