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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solecism | an ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence |
glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
scowl | to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure |
tenant | one who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another |
extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
swathe | a band used in swathing |
verge | brink |