insurgency

[ɪnˈsɜːdʒənsi]

insurgency Definition

  • 1an active revolt or uprising against an established government or authority
  • 2the state of being in revolt

Using insurgency: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "insurgency" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The country is facing a violent insurgency in the northern region.

  • Example

    The government has declared war on the insurgency.

  • Example

    The insurgency was quickly put down by the military.

insurgency Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for insurgency

Antonyms for insurgency

Phrases with insurgency

  • an insurgency that involves the use of weapons

    Example

    The government is struggling to contain the armed insurgency in the region.

  • a group of people who are involved in an insurgency

    Example

    The insurgency group has claimed responsibility for the recent bombing.

  • warfare that involves an insurgency

    Example

    The military has been trained in insurgency warfare.

Origins of insurgency

from Latin 'insurgere', meaning 'to rise up'

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Summary: insurgency in Brief

The term 'insurgency' [ɪnˈsɜːdʒənsi] refers to an active revolt or uprising against an established government or authority, often involving violence. It can also refer to the state of being in revolt. Examples include 'The country is facing a violent insurgency in the northern region.' and 'The government has declared war on the insurgency.'