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TERRORIST: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for TERRORIST?

Need another word that means the same as “terrorist”? Find 3 synonyms for “terrorist” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Terrorist” are: bomber, arsonist, incendiary

Terrorist as a Noun

Definitions of "Terrorist" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “terrorist” as a noun can have the following definitions:

  • A radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities.
  • A person who uses unlawful violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.

Synonyms of "Terrorist" as a noun (3 Words)

arsonistA person who commits arson.
Police believe arsonists were responsible for both fires.
bomberA bomber jacket.
Manny hand rolled a couple of bombers.
incendiaryAn incendiary bomb or device.
He was an English incendiary responsible for the burning of three French battleships.

Usage Examples of "Terrorist" as a noun

  • Four commercial aircraft were hijacked by terrorists.
  • A suspected terrorist.
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