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
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
insensatelacking sense or understanding
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
resplendentshining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor
outlooka place offering a view
aversehaving an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste
officiousvolunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome