Wahhabi (Noun)
Meaning
A member of a strictly orthodox Sunni Muslim sect from Saudi Arabia; strives to purify Islamic beliefs and rejects any innovation occurring after the 3rd century of Islam; "Osama bin Laden is said to be a Wahhabi Muslim".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The majority of Saudi Arabia's population consists of Wahhabi Muslims who follow a strict interpretation of Islamic law.
- The terrorist group claimed responsibility for the attack and its leaders identified themselves as Wahhabi Muslims.
- The cleric was known for his extremist views as a Wahhabi Muslim, calling for the elimination of all opposing ideologies.
- The journalist faced opposition from the government after criticizing the treatment of minorities by Wahhabi Muslims in the region.
- Many critics argue that the spread of Wahhabi Muslims has led to an increase in extremist ideologies and radicalization around the world.