Vigilantes

Pronunciation: /vɪdʒ.əˈlæn.tiz/

Definitions of vigilantes

noun a member of a vigilance committee

Example Sentences

A1 Vigilantes protect their neighborhood from crime.

A2 The vigilantes formed a group to patrol the streets at night.

B1 The vigilantes took matters into their own hands when the police failed to act.

B2 The vigilantes were known for their swift and efficient justice.

C1 The vigilantes operated outside the law but were seen as heroes by many.

C2 The vigilantes were a controversial topic in the media, with opinions divided on their actions.

Examples of vigilantes in a Sentence

formal Vigilantes took it upon themselves to patrol the neighborhood and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

informal The vigilantes in our town are always keeping an eye out for troublemakers.

slang Those vigilantes are like the neighborhood watch on steroids.

figurative In the world of cybersecurity, white-hat hackers are often seen as the vigilantes protecting against cyber threats.

Grammatical Forms of vigilantes

• plural: vigilantes
• comparative: more vigilant
• superlative: most vigilant
• present tense: vigilantes
• future tense: will be vigilantes
• perfect tense: have been vigilantes
• continuous tense: are being vigilantes
• singular: vigilante
• positive degree: vigilante
• infinitive: to vigilante
• gerund: vigilanting
• participle: vigilant

Origin and Evolution of vigilantes

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Spanish

Story behind the word: The word 'vigilantes' originated in Spain during the Middle Ages.

Evolution of the word: Originally referred to self-appointed groups who took the law into their own hands to enforce order, but has evolved to also encompass individuals who actively work to uphold justice and protect their communities.