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
tyrannyoppressive power
clipperone that clips something
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poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
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kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
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fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
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