commando

/kəmˈændoʊ, kɑːmˈændoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a member of a special forces unit trained for unconventional warfare, sabotage, etc.; a person trained for secret missions

“The commando team infiltrated the enemy base undetected.”

2. noun

a person who takes part in a raid or other daring operation

“The commando leader organized the daring rescue mission.”

3. verb

to raid or attack (a place) in a daring and secret way

“The guerrilla fighters commando-ed the government’s military base.”

Synonyms

  • guerrilla
  • operative
  • raider
  • saboteur

Antonyms

  • diplomat
  • peacekeeper