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theoterrorism

theoterrorism

9.9
Violent attacks done for religious reasons or in the name of faith
  • noun
  • /θiːoʊˈtɛrəˌrɪzəm/
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translation icon : teoterrorismo
  • Scholars study theoterrorism to understand how extremist groups use faith as justification for violence.

Examples

  • The rise of theoterrorism has prompted renewed debate about the role of religion in politics.

  • Many experts warn that theoterrorism poses unique challenges to global security.

  • Many experts argue that theoterrorism is a growing threat worldwide.

  • The rise of theoterrorism has raised concerns among global leaders.

  • Many experts warn that theoterrorism poses unique challenges to global security.

  • Scholars study theoterrorism to understand how extremist groups use faith as justification for violence.

  • The rise of theoterrorism has prompted renewed debate about the role of religion in politics.

Synonyms

terrorism
vstheoterrorism
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Violent acts that people do illegally to frighten others for political or religious reasons

is limited to acts done for religious reasons or justified by belief

Surface Forms

theoterrorism singular
theoterrorisms plural

Morphology

theoterrorism = terrorism (semi-transparent) = theo + terr + or + ism

The word is formed by adding the specialized combining form 'theo-' to 'terrorism', and the intended sense of religion-based terrorism is reasonably inferable though not fully obvious to all learners.

Etymology

The word theoterrorism is made from theo-, from Greek theos 'god', and terrorism 'use of fear and violence'. So, theoterrorism means using religion or the name of God to give a reason for violent acts.