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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psychicof or relating to the psyche : psychogenic
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
neologisma new word, usage, or expression
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
grumbleto mutter in discontent
rationalhaving reason or understanding