insurrection
4 synonyms and 3 antonyms for insurrection, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A violent uprising by part of a population against its government.
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How to use insurrection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
armed insurrection
incite an insurrection
quell an insurrection
Etymology
From Latin insurrectio, "a rising up," from insurgere ("to rise up") — from in- + surgere ("to rise").
Full origin of insurrection →Frequently asked questions
What does “insurrection” mean?
The word “insurrection” means a violent uprising by part of a population against its government. In plain terms, an organized, often sudden, revolt against a government or authority.
How do you pronounce “insurrection”?
“Insurrection” is pronounced ihn-suh-REHKSHN (/ˌɪnsəˈɹɛkʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “insurrection” in a sentence?
Here is “insurrection” used in a sentence: “The failed insurrection led to dozens of arrests.”
What part of speech is “insurrection”?
“Insurrection” is a noun.
Where does the word “insurrection” come from?
The word “insurrection” comes from Latin. From Latin insurrectio, "a rising up," from insurgere ("to rise up") — from in- + surgere ("to rise").
Is “insurrection” a common word?
“Insurrection” is an uncommon word in modern English.
