Battles Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Battles

Meaning 1 : an energetic attempt to achieve something

    Example : he fought a battle for recognition

    Synonyms : struggle
Meaning 2 : an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

    Example : police tried to control the battle between the pro- and anti-abortion mobs

    Synonyms : conflict,  struggle
Meaning 3 : a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

    Example : Grant won a decisive victory in the battle of Chickamauga

    Synonyms : conflict,  engagement,  fight
Meaning 4 : battle or contend against in or as if in a battle

    Example : they battled over the budget

    Synonyms : combat