B1nounpoliticssociety
US/ˈter.ər.ɪ.zəm/
UK/ˈter.ə.rɪ.zəm/
the use of violence against ordinary people to frighten them, usually for political reasons
In context
Airports have strict security checks to protect passengers from terrorism.
Many countries are working together to fight terrorism and share information.
The man was arrested on suspicion of planning acts of terrorism in the capital.
Words that go with terrorism
noun + preposition
- act of terrorismThe bombing was described as an act of terrorism.
- war on terrorismThe war on terrorism changed the way people travel by air.
- threat of terrorismThe threat of terrorism has made big events more expensive to organize.
adjective + noun
- international terrorismInternational terrorism is a threat that no country can face alone.
verb + noun
- fight terrorismThe new law gives police more power to fight terrorism.
- combat terrorismGovernments spend billions every year to combat terrorism.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The terrorism attacked the city last night.Correct: Terrorists attacked the city last night.