vigilantism

/ (ˌvɪdʒɪˈlænˌtɪzəm) /

noun

US the methods, conduct, attitudes, etc, associated with vigilantes, esp militancy, bigotry, or suspiciousness

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How to use vigilantism in a sentence

Higher Israeli authorities are trying to suppress vigilantism.
Israelis and Arabs Shaken by the Aftershock of Teen Murders | Miranda Frum | July 7, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
But every now and then, online vigilantism precipitates civic justice.
Woman Accuses Alleged Rapist Teacher On YouTube | Lizzie Crocker | January 22, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
And people might think twice about Zimmerman-style vigilantism in the future, she said.
Sanford Mourns the Loss of Trayvon All Over Again | Jacqui Goddard | July 14, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
Leah Parsons issued a statement discouraging vigilantism too.
Anonymous to the Rescue in Canada Rape Case | Winston Ross | April 12, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
Others call it a story of revenge, of a new brand of online vigilantism that requires no evidence, no attorneys, judge, or jury.
Steubenville Rape Case Splits Town Between Big Red and Guy Fawkes | Winston Ross | January 7, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST

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