The Open Dictionary

vigilante

名词

UK/ˌvɪdʒ.ɪˈlæn.ti/
US/ˌvɪdʒ.əˈlæn.t̬i/

定义 vigilante 名词

  1. Countable

    An individual who takes it upon themselves to prevent crime or punish criminals, often because they believe law enforcement is ineffective. Vigilantes typically operate in groups.

    • As the police failed to stop the criminal activity in the area, the local residents decided to form a vigilante group.

    • The movie tells the story of a vigilante fighting against corruption in the city.

    • The media often portrays them as heroes, but some consider them a threat to the law.