GRE Word List

INSURRECTION

an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government

The meaning of the word insurrection is an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government.

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WordMeaning
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
garnerto gather into storage
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
causalexpressing or indicating cause : causative
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect