Definition of act of terrorism

Definitions

Noun

the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear

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Synonyms

terrorism terrorist act

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More General Terms

terror

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More Specific Terms

biological terrorism bioterrorism chemical terrorism cyber-terrorism cyberwar domestic terrorism ecological terrorism ecological warfare ecoterrorism eco-warfare international terrorism narcoterrorism nuclear terrorism state-sponsored terrorism terrorist attack theoterrorism

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