Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
guerrilla-warfare
noun
/ɡəˈrɪl.ə ˈwɔːr.feər/
Definition
Guerrilla warfare is a form of irregular warfare in which small groups of combatants use tactics such as ambushes, sabotage, raids, and mobility to fight a larger traditional military force.
Examples
- During the Vietnam War, the Viet Cong employed guerrilla warfare to challenge American forces.
- Guerrilla warfare can be effective in terrain that favors rapid and unpredictable movements.
- The rebels resorted to guerrilla warfare when conventional tactics failed.
Meaning
The term refers to strategies used by smaller, often less equipped military groups against a more powerful opponent, relying on surprise tactics and quick maneuvers.
Synonyms
- Irregular warfare
- Asymmetrical warfare
- Hit-and-run tactics
