Synonyms of terrorism

terrorism

noun

as in terror

the use of violent acts to frighten the people in an area as a way of trying to achieve a political goal

They have been arrested for acts of terrorism.

international terrorism

the fight against terrorism

Related Words

• terror
• violence
• intimidation
• threat
• fear
• menace
• coercion
• sword
• pressure
• compulsion
• bullying
• duress
• constraint
• force
• arm-twisting
• strength
• muscle
• potency
• browbeating
• bulldozing
• stress
• squeeze
• might
• willfulness
• squeeze play
• strain
• puissance
• hardheadedness
• self-will

Dissimilar Words

• agreement
• approval
• consent
• permission
• reason
• persuasion
• convincing
• suasion

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of terrorism

British counterterrorism police took over the investigation into Widdecombe’s killing on July 13, after officers initially stated there was no information to suggest her death was an act of terrorism. — Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 21 July 2026

The Legislature also passed HB 1471, which gives the state broad new powers to accuse groups of domestic terrorism. — Eric "doc" Stelnicki, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026

While in custody, new evidence caused Kerry to be rearrested under suspicion of commission, preparation, or instigation of an act of terrorism, reports ABC News. — Sophia Mandt, The Washington Examiner, 20 July 2026

Until then, most people were not aware of the federal requirement that makes paying a cyber ransom without notifying the Department of Commerce a felony because of the potential risk of funding terrorism. — Scott Sumner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026