Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for terrorism.
Definitions

terrorism

[ter-uh-riz-uhm] / ˈtɛr əˌrɪz əm /




NOUN
reign of terror
Synonyms






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"We remain as steadfast as ever in our resolve to defeat terrorism and destroy its enabling ecosystem," Modi said on Thursday, a year on since the launch of what India dubbed "Operation Sindoor".

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Authorities believe the incident was an accident and was not an act of terrorism or kidnapping, a US official with knowledge of the matter told the BBC.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

"I can confirm this incident is not related to terrorism but appears to be an accident," the official said.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

He suggested the iLamps could mean "safer streets, real-time crime and terrorism prevention, free public internet and a revenue stream that flows back into the state."

From BBC • May 1, 2026

I had grown up hearing the word terrorism, but I never really understood what it meant.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai




Vocabulary lists containing terrorism