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terrorism

Terrorism (noun) means the system of fear and intimidation put into place during the Reign of Terror in Revolutionary France around 1793-94.

noun
1
The system of fear and intimidation put into place during the Reign of Terror in Revolutionary France around 1793-94.
2
The use of unlawful violence against people or property to achieve political objectives.
3
The use of intimidation or bullying tactics.
4
Deliberate misspelling of tourism.
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What is the meaning of terrorism?

"terrorism" (noun) means the system of fear and intimidation put into place during the Reign of Terror in Revolutionary France around 1793-94.

What are the different meanings of terrorism?

"terrorism" has 3 main meanings: 1. The system of fear and intimidation put into place during the Reign of Terror in Revolutionary France around 1793-94; 2. The use of unlawful violence against people or property to achieve political objectives; 3. The use of intimidation or bullying tactics.

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