militant
/ˈmɪlɪtənt/
adjective
- Having or showing a strong, aggressive, or combative attitude, especially in support of a political or social cause.
- The group became more militant after the government ignored their demands.
- His militant speeches often stirred up strong emotions in the crowd.
- She wrote a militant article calling for immediate action on climate change.
Synonyms
noun
- A person who is aggressively active in supporting a political or social cause, often willing to use extreme methods.
- Several militants were arrested during the protest.
- The militants refused to negotiate until their demands were met.
- He was known as a militant who would not back down from a fight.