Definitions

1. noun

A state of hostility and violence, especially between individuals or groups.

“The city was plagued by a state of malitia, with gang wars and street violence.”

2. noun

A body of armed dissidents or rebels.

“The authorities were struggling to contain the growing malitia in the countryside.”

3. noun

A state of lawlessness or anarchy.

“The country was in a state of malitia after the collapse of the government.”

4. verb

To engage in or incite violence or lawlessness.

“The radical leader was accused of malitia and inciting his followers to riot.”