terroriser

/tɛrəˈraɪzər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or group that engages in terrorism.

“The authorities were working to identify the terrorisers behind the recent attacks.”

2. verb

To terrorise or intimidate someone or something.

“The new regime has been terrorising its opponents, using violence to silence dissent.”

Synonyms

  • extremist
  • terrorist

Antonyms

  • pacifist
  • peacemaker