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
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
languorweakness or weariness of body or mind
sophisticateddeprived of native or original simplicity: such as
torridparched with heat especially of the sun : hot
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
paramountsuperior to all others : supreme