Terorista (en. Terrorist)

/teˈroɾista/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who uses fear or coercion to achieve a goal, often related to politics.
The terrorist planned an attack on a major city.
Ang terorista ay nagplano ng isang pag-atake sa malaking lungsod.
An individual who is part of a group whose actions cause chaos and fear in society.
Terrorists often hide in scattered places.
Ang mga terorista ay madalas na nagtatago sa mga nakakalat na lugar.
Anyone who uses violence as a form of protest is labeled as a terrorist.
The government stated that all rebels are terrorists.
Ipinahayag ng gobyerno na ang lahat ng mga rebelde ay terorista.

Etymology

English

Common Phrases and Expressions

international terrorism
Attacks or activities of terrorists that transcend national borders.
terorismong internasyonal

Related Words

disruption
Some of the activities associated with terrorists, such as attacks or other deceptive acts.
panggugulo
enemy
A person or group that causes destruction or chaos.
kagalit

Slang Meanings

a tough person or hard to talk to
That guy is like a terrorist, always so annoying!
Parang terorista yun, lagi nalang nakakaasar!
someone who always fights at the corner
Watch out for the terrorists at the corner, it might lead to trouble.
Ingat ka sa mga terorista sa kanto, baka mauwi yan sa gulo.
someone who is a nuisance
If you can't handle it, don't be a terrorist in other people's lives.
Kung 'di mo kaya, huwag kang maging terorista sa buhay ng iba.