Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

guerrilla-fighter

noun
/ɡəˈrɪl.ə ˈfaɪ.tər/
Definition
A person who engages in unconventional warfare, often using tactics such as ambushes and sabotage against larger traditional forces.
Examples
  • The guerrilla-fighters coordinated their attack under the cover of night.
  • Many guerrilla-fighters are motivated by a desire for political change and social justice.
  • In the remote mountains, the guerrilla-fighters trained for their upcoming operations.
Meaning
Guerrilla fighters are typically part of a smaller, organized group that operates independently and employs hit-and-run strategies.
Synonyms
  • Partisan
  • Insurgent
  • Rebel
  • Combatant