Definition

A situation where a group of people rise up and fight against the government or authority in power.

Example

The insurrection led to significant changes in the country's leadership.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent insurrection in that country?

Yeah, it's all over the news. It's pretty shocking.

I can't believe people would go that far to revolt against the government.

I know, it just shows how serious the situation has become.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insurrection is formed from "in-" (meaning against) and "surgere" (meaning to rise). The word describes a rising against authority or government.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rising against' something — 'in-' means against, and 'surgere' means to rise.

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