cyberwarfare
noun C2
Plain meaning
hostile attacks between states or groups through digital systems
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe hostile attacks between states or groups through digital systems, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned cyberwarfare as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines cyberwarfare in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear cyberwarfareevidence of cyberwarfarewidespread cyberwarfare
Watch out
Do not use “cyberwarfare” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.