freedom fighter

noun
UK: /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/
US: /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

  1. A person who takes part in a resistance movement or armed rebellion against an oppressive regime to achieve political freedom.

    1. He is a freedom fighter for his people.
    2. Many people considered him a freedom fighter, while others viewed him as a dangerous terrorist.

  2. Someone who actively promotes or defends a cause, especially a political cause, often through direct action or protest.

    1. She became a freedom fighter for animal rights.
    2. As a freedom fighter, she dedicated her life to challenging social injustice and inequality.

Synonyms

rebel insurgent revolutionary

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "freedom fighter" in English means: A person who takes part in a resistance movement or armed rebellion against an oppressive regime to achieve political freedom., Someone who actively promotes or defends a cause, especially a political cause, often through direct action or protest..

The phonetic transcription of "freedom fighter" is /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/ in British English and /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "freedom fighter": rebel, insurgent, revolutionary.

Example usage of "freedom fighter": "He is a freedom fighter for his people.". More examples on the page.