B2noun 2K

Terrorist

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈterərɪst/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈterərɪst/"]/

Meaning of Terrorist

a person who takes part in terrorism

In simple words: A person who uses violence to scare people for political reasons.

Terrorist in a sentence

• The terrorists are threatening to blow up the plane.
• a **terrorist attack/bomb/group**
• The bomb attacks have been attributed to a group of international terrorists.
• an increase in terrorist activity
• the recruitment of young would-be terrorists
• the victim of a terrorist atrocity
• Three suspected terrorists have been arrested.
• A terrorist bomb brought down a huge section of the central bank building.

How to use Terrorist

Use 'terrorist' in formal or neutral contexts, especially in news, discussions about politics, or security. Avoid using it casually or in informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

terrorist + is/was

Memory hint

Think of a 'terrorist' as someone who instills 'terror', like a monster in a scary movie.

Related words

Collocations with Terrorist

• alleged
• potential
• suspected
• band
• cell
• faction

Synonyms for Terrorist

• bomber
• extremist
• militant
• insurgent

Opposites of Terrorist

• peacekeeper
• defender
• hero

Common mistakes with Terrorist

• Confusing 'terrorist' with 'warrior' or 'freedom fighter'.
• Using 'terrorist' to describe someone without enough evidence.
• Overgeneralizing by labeling entire groups based on actions of a few.

Frequently asked questions about Terrorist

What does Terrorist mean?

A person who uses violence to scare people for political reasons.

What is the definition of Terrorist?

a person who takes part in terrorism

How do you use Terrorist in a sentence?

The terrorists are threatening to blow up the plane.

Can you give another example of Terrorist?

a **terrorist attack/bomb/group**

What are synonyms for Terrorist?

Common alternatives include bomber, extremist, militant, insurgent.

What is the opposite of Terrorist?

Opposite meanings include peacekeeper, defender, hero.

What words go with Terrorist?

It commonly pairs with alleged, potential, suspected, band, cell, faction.

What are common mistakes when using Terrorist?

Confusing 'terrorist' with 'warrior' or 'freedom fighter'. Using 'terrorist' to describe someone without enough evidence. Overgeneralizing by labeling entire groups based on actions of a few.

How do you pronounce Terrorist?

US: /["/ˈterərɪst/"]/, UK: /["/ˈterərɪst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Terrorist?

Use 'terrorist' in formal or neutral contexts, especially in news, discussions about politics, or security. Avoid using it casually or in informal conversations.

What CEFR level is Terrorist?

"Terrorist" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.