Synonyms for

Islamists

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

Definition

Islamists are people who advocate or support the political movement that seeks to establish Islamic law in their countries.

Synonyms & similar words

islamist Jihadists Islamism

Example sentences

  1. The Islamists want to establish Sharia law in the country.
  2. The government is fighting against the Islamist rebels.
  3. The Islamist militants have attacked the city.
  4. The Islamist extremists have been banned by the government.
  5. The Islamist fundamentalists have a strong influence in the region.

Quotes

  • I would not like to see a person who is keen on establishing Sharia law in power. That's what the Islamists want to do. - Naguib Mahfouz
  • The Islamists have a different way of looking at the world. They see things in black and white. - Ayaan Hirsi Ali
  • The Islamists are trying to take over the world. They want to impose their ideology on everyone. - Geert Wilders

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