noun
- strong supporters of a particular party, cause, or person
- members of an armed resistance group fighting against occupying forces
Usage: military; historical
Examples
- The partisans cheered loudly when their candidate took the stage.
- Political partisans often refuse to consider opposing viewpoints.
- During World War II, French partisans sabotaged German supply lines.
- The partisans hid in the mountains and launched surprise attacks.
- Both sides had their partisans who defended every decision.
- The debate was dominated by fierce partisans from each party.
- Yugoslav partisans fought against Nazi occupation forces.