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Guerilla

Verb / gɜ:ˈɪlʌ / Another word for guerilla — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Guerilla refers to a member of a small group of irregular fighters who are not part of a regular army.

Synonyms & similar words

guerrilla irregular insurgent rebel insurgent militant partisan insurrectionist revolutionary combatant bushfighter paramilitary terrorist saboteur bandit outlaw raider fighter

Example sentences

  1. The guerilla group ambushed the enemy soldiers.
  2. The guerilla fighters used guerrilla tactics to surprise their opponents.
  3. The guerillas fought for their country's independence.
  4. The guerilla leader was a master of camouflage.
  5. The guerilla warfare was difficult to combat.

Quotes

  • "In guerilla warfare, you try to use your weaknesses as strengths." - Malcolm Gladwell
  • "Guerilla tactics are based on the idea of using your enemy's strength against him." - Che Guevara
  • "Guerilla warfare is a military strategy, not a terrorist campaign." - Marlon Brando

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