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draftee

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of draftee

a person forced or required to enroll in military service

  • the massive mobilization required draftees to be rushed through training
Synonyms of draftee

conscript, inductee, selectee
Words Related to draftee

levy

recruit, rookie
Near Antonyms of draftee

enlistee, volunteer

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