Terrorismo (en. Terrorism)

/te.ɾo.ɾi.ˈsmo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Systematic action that seeks to instill terror in populations or societies.

Terrorism affects the daily life of citizens.

El terrorismo afecta la vida diaria de los ciudadanos.

Methods or tactics used to achieve political objectives through fear.

Terrorist groups often use violent acts to garner attention.

Los grupos terroristas suelen utilizar actos violentos para captar atención.

Practice that threatens public safety and order.

Anti-terrorism laws have been tightened in many countries.

Las leyes contra el terrorismo se han endurecido en muchos países.

From the Latin 'terror', which means 'fear' or 'fright', and the suffix '-ism' indicating a doctrine or practice.

state terrorism

Violent actions carried out by a government against its own population.

terrorismo de Estado

fight against terrorism

Set of measures and actions aimed at preventing and responding to terrorist acts.

lucha contra el terrorismo

terrorist group

Organization that uses terror as a means to achieve its end.

grupo terrorista

attack

Violent action, generally explosive, carried out by terrorists.

atentado

extremism

Radical stance that can lead to the practice of terrorism.

extremismo

radicalization

Process by which a person adopts extreme beliefs that may lead to terrorism.

radicalización

Terror

The situation in the city turned into a true terror.

La situación en la ciudad se convirtió en un verdadero terror.

To terrorize

Violent acts seek to instill fear in the population.

Los actos violentos buscan atemorizar a la población.