vigilante
名词
UK/ˌvɪdʒ.ɪˈlæn.ti/
US/ˌvɪdʒ.əˈlæn.t̬i/
定义 vigilante 名词
- Countable(可数名词)
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.
义警
As the police failed to stop the criminal activity in the area, the local residents decided to form a vigilante group.
由于警方未能阻止该地区的犯罪活动，当地居民决定组成一个义警团体。
The movie tells the story of a vigilante fighting against corruption in the city.
这部电影讲述了一个义警对抗城市腐败的故事。
The media often portrays them as heroes, but some consider them a threat to the law.
媒体经常将他们描绘成英雄，但有些人认为他们对法律构成威胁。