Counterterrorist
(noun)
A person or organization that is involved in efforts to prevent or counteract acts of terrorism.
Origin:
The word 'counterterrorist' is derived from the prefix 'counter-' meaning 'opposing' or 'against' and the word 'terrorist', referring to someone who uses terrorism as a means of achieving political goals. it refers to a person or organization engaged in countering terrorism.
Examples:
- The counterterrorists worked to dismantle the terrorist network and prevent further attacks.
- The counterterrorist operation was successful in capturing the leaders of the terrorist group.
- She joined the counterterrorist unit in order to make a difference in the fight against terrorism.
- The counterterrorists used intelligence and military force to disrupt the plans of the terrorists.
- The cooperation between international counterterrorist organizations has been essential in preventing global terrorism.