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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| iota | an infinitesimal amount : jot |
| trinket | a small ornament (such as a jewel or ring) |
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |
| homespun | spun or made at home |
| abstinence | the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable |
| tyro | a beginner in learning : novice |
| confide | to have confidence : trust |
| sophisticated | deprived of native or original simplicity: such as |
| pantomime | pantomimist |