counterterrorist
/ˈkaʊntərˌtɛrərɪst/
noun
- A person who works to prevent or combat terrorism.
- Counterterrorists often undergo intense training.
- A team of counterterrorists was deployed to the region.
- The counterterrorist was awarded a medal for bravery.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or involving the work of counterterrorists.
- Counterterrorist forces secured the building.
- The counterterrorist operation was successful.
- They used counterterrorist tactics to neutralize the threat.