Definitions

1. noun

A struggle or crusade, especially a holy war, undertaken on behalf of Islam.

“The extremist group’s call to arms was framed as a jihad against the corrupt government.”

2. verb

To engage in a jihad or holy war.

“Many young men have felt compelled to jihad after being radicalized online.”

3. noun

A personal or spiritual struggle, especially one against temptation or vice.

“The artist’s new album is a jihad against the commercialization of music.”