Terorismo

terrorismnoun

Alternative meanings

The use of violence, threats, or fear against civilians or communities to achieve political, religious, ideological, or social goals.

Pronunciation

teh-roh-REES-moh

Root and affixes

Loanword adapted from terrorismo. It is related to terorista, terrorist, and terror, extreme fear or intimidating violence.

Variants or conjugations

terrorism; terrorist; counter-terrorism; anti-terrorism

Related words and expressions

fear; violence; security; government; law; victim

Meaning and usage notes

Terorismo is a formal term used in news, politics, security, and law. For a person who commits acts of terrorism, use terorista.