brigandism

/brɪɡˈændɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the state or condition of being a brigand, or the practice of brigandage, especially in its social or economic aspects.

“The government struggled to curb the widespread brigandism in the war-torn region.”

Synonyms

  • banditry
  • highway robbery

Antonyms

  • lawfulness
  • orderliness