insurrection
Translation
insurrection, rebellion, uprising
Examples
The government suppressed the armed insurrection.
The government suppressed the armed insurrection.
He was charged with inciting an insurrection.
He was charged with inciting an insurrection.
Grammar Patterns
an insurrection ((against sth.)) an uprising against an authority The insurrection against the monarchy failed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rebellion, revolt, uprising; Antonyms: obedience, submission
Etymology
From Latin 'insurrectio', from 'insurgere' meaning 'to rise up'. It breaks down into 'in-' (against) + 'surgere' (to rise).
Memory Tips
Think of 'in-' (against) and a 'resurrection' or 'rising'. It's a violent rising against an authority.