terrorism

The word “terrorism” has 3 syllables: ter-ror-ism

It's pronounced as /ˈter.ə.rɪ.zəm/

What is synonym and antonym for terrorism?

In the thesaurus, “terrorism” has 29 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for terrorism along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for terrorism

arm-twisting
browbeating
bulldozing
bullying
coercion
compulsion
constraint
duress
fear
force
hardheadedness
intimidation
menace
might
muscle
potency
pressure
puissance
self-will
squeeze
squeeze play
strain
strength
stress
sword
terror
threat
violence
willfulness

Antonyms for terrorism

agreement
approval
consent
convincing
permission
persuasion
reason
suasion

Meanings of terrorism

noun
1. The deliberate commission of an act of violence to create public fear through the suffering of the victims in the furtherance of a political or social agenda.
2. The use of unlawful violence against people or property to achieve political objectives.
3. A form of psychological manipulation through warfare to the purpose of political or religious gains, by means of deliberately creating a climate of fear amongst the inhabitants of a specific geographical region.

Example Sentences

Governments around the world are taking measures to combat terrorism.
The city increased security in response to threats of terrorism.
International cooperation is essential to prevent terrorism.
The book explores the causes and consequences of modern terrorism.
Citizens were educated on how to stay vigilant against terrorism.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to terrorism, such as: agreement, approval, arm-twisting, browbeating, bulldozing, bullying, coercion.

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