terrorist group
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terrorist group
An organized group that systematically uses violence, attacks, and intimidation (terrorism) to achieve political, religious, or ideological goals.
Die Regierung hat die Organisation offiziell als Terrorgruppe eingestuft.
The government has officially classified the organization as a terrorist group.
This word is a clear compound of 'der Terror' (terror) and 'die Gruppe' (group). It refers to a group that uses terror as a means of enforcing its goals.
Die Nachrichten berichteten über eine neu aufgetauchte Terrorgruppe.
The news reported on a newly emerged terrorist group.
The word component 'Terror-' forms many other terms in the area of politics and security. These include, for example, 'der Terroranschlag' (terrorist attack), 'der Terrorakt' (act of terrorism), or 'die Terrorwarnung' (terror warning).
Nach dem Terroranschlag wurde die Sicherheitsstufe erhöht.
After the terrorist attack, the security level was raised.
In political and media language, a 'Terrorgruppe' (terrorist group) is often fought, broken up, or officially classified as such by states.
Mehrere Länder arbeiten zusammen, um diese Terrorgruppe zu bekämpfen.
Several countries are working together to fight this terrorist group.
terrorist organization
Both words refer to organized groups that systematically use violence and intimidation. “Terrororganisation” emphasizes a permanent, formal-looking structure, while “Terrorgruppe” can also refer to a smaller or less firmly established unit. For a general designation, “Terrorgruppe” is often suitable; “Terrororganisation” emphasizes the institutional structure.
Die Terrorgruppe bekannte sich zu dem Anschlag und blieb nur wenige Monate aktiv.
The terrorist group claimed responsibility for the attack and remained active for only a few months.
Die Terrororganisation verfügte über eine feste Leitung und klar verteilte Aufgaben.
The terrorist organization had a permanent leadership and clearly assigned responsibilities.
