insurrect

/ɪnsɜːrˈɛkt, -rɛkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to rise in revolt against an established government or authority; to rebel

“The peasants insurrected against the tyrannical ruler.”

2. noun

an act of revolting or rising in revolt against an established government or authority; a rebellion

“The insurrect was put down by the government forces.”

Synonyms

  • rebel
  • revolt
  • rise up

Antonyms

  • comply
  • conform