guerilla

/ɡeɪˈrɪlə/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, lightly armed group of combatants, typically using irregular tactics, in a surprise attack against a larger or more conventional military force.

“The guerilla fighters ambushed the enemy forces in the mountains.”

Synonyms

  • insurgent
  • irregular
  • partisan

Antonyms

  • conventional
  • regular