[təˈrɒrɪst]

Definitions

1. noun

A person who uses violence or intimidation, especially as a means of achieving a political or ideological goal, often in a manner that involves harm to innocent people.

“The government cracked down on the terrorist organization that was responsible for the recent bombings.”

2. noun

A person who engages in terrorism.

“The authorities were working to identify the terrorist who had carried out the attack.”

3. adjective

Of or relating to terrorism.

“The anti-terrorism laws were passed to protect citizens from terrorist activities.”