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vigilante

The word “vigilante” has 4 syllables: vig-i-lan-te

It's pronounced as /ˌvɪdʒɪˈlænti/

What is synonym and antonym for vigilante?

In the thesaurus, “vigilante” has 46 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for vigilante

Antonyms for vigilante

Meanings of vigilante

  • noun
    1. A person who considers it their own responsibility to uphold the law in their neighborhood and often does so summarily and without legal jurisdiction.

Example Sentences

  • The vigilante fought crime when the police were unable to act.
  • Many people saw him as a hero, but others believed he was just a vigilante causing chaos.
  • The movie featured a vigilante who took justice into his own hands.
  • She became a vigilante after witnessing the corruption in her city.
  • The vigilante was determined to stop the criminals, even if it meant breaking the law.

On this page you'll find 49 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vigilante, such as: angel, attendant, avenger, baby-sitter, band, bird dog, castigator.

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