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
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
massthe liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
immunenot susceptible or responsive
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly