Definition

Describing someone or something that is rebelling against a government or authority.

Example

The insurgent group demanded changes to the government.

Conversation

Did you hear about the insurgent group in the news?

Yeah, it sounds pretty intense and chaotic.

I can't believe how people are rising up against the government like that.

I know, it really shows how desperate the situation must be for them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who rises up against the government or authority, often in a violent way, to fight for change or independence.

Example

The insurgent group launched an attack on the government forces.

Conversation

Did you hear about the news regarding the insurgent activities in the region?

Yeah, it's pretty concerning how things have escalated lately.

I just wonder what causes someone to become an insurgent in the first place.

Root Explanation

Insurgent → It is formed from "in-" (meaning against) and "surgere" (meaning to rise). The word describes someone who rises up against authority or an established order.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'rising up' ('surgere') 'against' ('in-') authority — that's what an insurgent does.

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