noun · formal
terrorism
/ˈtɛrərɪzəm/TER·ror·ism
The use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.
Examples
“The government introduced stronger measures to prevent terrorism.”
“Investigators searched for links between the suspects and international terrorism.”
“Many countries cooperate to fight terrorism and to share intelligence.”
Band 8 sentence
“International cooperation is essential to prevent terrorism and to prosecute those who fund extremist groups.”
Collocations
- fight terrorism
- terrorist attack
- international terrorism
Word family
Common mistakes
a terrorism attack→a terrorist attack
Terrorism are a big problem→Terrorism is a big problem
Say it for a higher band
5violence→6terrorist attack→7+terrorism
Synonyms
political violence
Easily confused
terror
“The explosion was an act of terrorism intended to spread terror among civilians.”
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