sedition
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Noun — Speech or organized action that incites rebellion against a government or authority.
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Etymology
From Latin seditio, "a going apart" or "discord," from sed- ("apart") + itio ("a going") — the idea of a faction breaking away from the whole.
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What does “sedition” mean?
The word “sedition” means speech or organized action that incites rebellion against a government or authority. In plain terms, stirring up rebellion or defiance against the government, usually through speech or writing.
How do you pronounce “sedition”?
“Sedition” is pronounced suh-DIH-shuhn (/səˈdɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “sedition” in a sentence?
Here is “sedition” used in a sentence: “He was arrested and charged with sedition after the pamphlets were distributed.”
What part of speech is “sedition”?
“Sedition” is a noun.
Where does the word “sedition” come from?
The word “sedition” comes from Latin. From Latin seditio, "a going apart" or "discord," from sed- ("apart") + itio ("a going") — the idea of a faction breaking away from the whole.