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cyberwarfare

/ˈsaɪbɚˌwɔːrfɛr/
cy · ber · war · fare
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• noun

1

The use of computer technology and digital networks by a nation-state or international organization to disrupt, damage, or compromise the critical infrastructure, information systems, or communications of another nation.

Example

"Modern international treaties increasingly address the legal and ethical boundaries of cyberwarfare."

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• Nearby Words

cyberterrorist
cyberthreat
cyberwar
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cyberwarfare. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cyberwarfare
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