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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physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
militiaa part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency
alludeto make indirect reference
ogleto glance with amorous invitation or challenge
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis