Hezbollah
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Hezbollah, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A Lebanese Shi'a Islamist political party and armed movement.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic ḥizb allāh, literally "party of God."
Full origin of Hezbollah →Frequently asked questions
What does “Hezbollah” mean?
The word “Hezbollah” means a Lebanese Shi'a Islamist political party and armed movement. In plain terms, the name of a specific Lebanese political and military organisation.
How do you pronounce “Hezbollah”?
“Hezbollah” is pronounced hehz-buh-LAH (/ˌhɛz.bəˈlɑ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hezbollah” in a sentence?
Here is “Hezbollah” used in a sentence: “Hezbollah holds seats in the Lebanese parliament as well as running its own militia.”
What part of speech is “Hezbollah”?
“Hezbollah” is a noun.
Where does the word “Hezbollah” come from?
The word “Hezbollah” comes from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic ḥizb allāh, literally "party of God.".
Is “Hezbollah” a common word?
“Hezbollah” is an uncommon word in modern English.