CEFR B2

crusade

noun

Meaning

A vigorous, organized campaign for a cause or idea, often with strong moral conviction, or historically, a medieval military expedition by Europeans to recover the Holy Land from Muslims.

Examples

  • The senator led a political crusade against corruption in government.
  • Historically, the Crusades were a series of religious wars sanctioned by the Latin Church.

Synonyms: campaign, movement, drive, jihad