warpath

American  

[wawr-path, -pahth] / ˈwɔrˌpæθ, -ˌpɑθ /

noun

plural

warpaths

1. especially historically, the path or course taken by Native Americans on a warlike expedition.

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idioms

1. on the warpath,

   1. seeking, preparing for, or engaged in war or aggressive pursuit.

   2. in a state of anger or indignation; hostile.

warpath British  

/ ˈwɔːˌpɑːθ /

noun

1. the route taken by North American Indians on a warlike expedition

2. 1. preparing to engage in battle

   2. informal in a state of anger

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warpath More Idioms  

1. see on the warpath.

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Sensitive Note

See powwow.

Etymology

Origin of warpath

An Americanism dating back to 1745–55; war ¹ + path

Example Sentences

But Molly was on the warpath and would not be stopped so easily.

From Literature

Elon Musk has been on a seemingly permanent warpath against short sellers of Tesla shares.

From Los Angeles Times

“Here’s your headline: Kari Lake is on the warpath,” Ms. Lake said in an interview Thursday night.

From New York Times

It is different from a general mobilization, which involves drafting from the general population, refocusing the entire economy and essentially setting the whole country on a warpath, hitting a pause on normalcy.

From Washington Post

“Braves on the warpath!” will be dropped in favor of “Fight for our Commanders!” or “Leaders on a mission!” — with fan voting at commanders.com/httc determining the winner.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• aggression
• animosity
• antagonism
• antipathy
• bitterness
• enmity
• estrangement
• hatred
• ill will
• opposition
• rancor
• resentment
• war