German word

Terror

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtɛʁoːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • masculine nounterrorism

Example

Viele Menschen fürchten den Terror.

Many people fear terrorism.

Illustration for Terror (terrorism)

More examples

Die Bevölkerung fordert stärkere Maßnahmen gegen Terror.

The population is calling for stronger measures against terrorism.

Core concept

Violent acts create a climate of fear that reaches far beyond their immediate victims.

Common phrases

  • Bekämpfung des Terrors

    fight against terrorism

  • Opfer von Terroranschlägen

    victims of terrorist attacks

  • Furcht vor dem Terror

    fear of terrorism

Similar words

Terrorismus: Violence or threats used for political or religious aims to spread fear through society.
Terroranschlag: A specific attack using explosives or gunfire to cause fear and direct harm.
Anschlag: A physical attack on people or buildings, such as an explosion or raid.
Gewalt: Physical force or violent acts used to harm people.

Definition in German

Terror bezeichnet gewaltsame, meist politisch motivierte Handlungen oder Kampagnen, die gezielt Angst in der Bevölkerung verbreiten.

Word origin

The borrowed noun Terror developed from Latin terror through French terreur and acquired a prominent political sense in the modern era.

Usage tips

  • Terror describes the acts or campaign, whereas Terrorismus more often denotes the broader ideology, method, or movement behind them.

Other meanings

  • terrornoun
  • reign of terrornoun

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