Terrorism (Noun)
Meaning
The calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The government has been criticized for its handling of the recent wave of terrorism that has plagued the city.
- Experts warn that the spread of terrorism is often facilitated by social media platforms that allow extremist groups to disseminate their ideology.
- The country has been embroiled in a decades-long struggle against terrorism, with various factions vying for control.
- The bombing of the embassy was widely condemned as an act of terrorism, and the perpetrators were quickly identified and brought to justice.
- The rise of terrorism in the region has led to increased security measures, including checkpoints and surveillance cameras, in an effort to prevent further attacks.