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.

Random words

WordMeaning
condigndeserved
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
dispelto drive away or cause to vanish by or as if by scattering : dissipate
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
breadthdistance from side to side : width
edifyto instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift
enigmasomething hard to understand or explain
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition