terrorization

• Nom désignant l'action d'inspirer la peur ou d'intimider, souvent associée à des actes de terrorisme.

A noun referring to the act of instilling fear or intimidation, often associated with acts of terrorism.

1. Act of inspiring fearC1formal

   The act of causing someone to feel extreme fear or terror.

   terrorisation

   • The dictator's regime relied on the terrorization of the population.
   • Bullying often involves the terrorization of vulnerable individuals.
   • The gang's terrorization of the neighborhood led to widespread panic.

   Synonymesalarmingfrighteningintimidation

2. Act of terrorismC1formal

   The use of violent or threatening actions, especially for political purposes, to create a state of fear.

   Terrorisation (acte de terrorisme)

   • The government condemned the terrorization of civilians by extremist groups.
   • Acts of terrorization are considered serious crimes under international law.
   • The bombing was a clear act of terrorization aimed at destabilizing the region.

   Synonymesterrorterrorismterrorist act