Synonyms for

Gunmen

Verb / ˈgʌˌnmen / Another word for gunmen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person or group of people who carry guns, especially with the intention of committing a crime.

Synonyms & similar words

hitman torpedo hiredgun gunforhire triggerman shooter gunslinger gun gunman bandits assailants thugs criminals outlaws hoodlums marauders pirates raiders brigands ruffians gangsters mobsters hitmen assassins snipers sharpshooters marksmen shooters

Synonyms by register

Formal

armed assailants perpetrators offenders

Informal

shooters bad guys thugs

Literary

brigands marauders

Antonyms

police peacekeepers defenders guardians protectors civilians

Common collocations

  • armed gunmen
  • masked gunmen
  • gunmen opened fire
  • hostage gunmen
  • gunmen took control
  • gunmen fled
  • gunmen arrested

Word family

noun gunman

Usage note

The term 'gunmen' is often used in news reporting to describe individuals involved in violent crimes involving firearms. It carries a negative connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The gunmen entered the store and demanded money from the cashier.
  2. The police were able to catch the gunmen after a high-speed chase.
  3. The school went into lockdown after reports of gunmen on campus.
  4. The gunmen fired shots into the air to scare off the bystanders.
  5. The hostages were released unharmed after negotiations with the gunmen.

Quotes

  • The gunmen shot at the police officers and fled the scene.
  • The sound of the gunmen's shots echoed through the alleyway.
  • The gunmen took the hostages and barricaded themselves inside the building.

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