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
tolla tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge)
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
irksometending to irk : tedious
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
mediateoccupying a middle position
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
misadventuremisfortune
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat