insurgent
|in-sur-gent|
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/ɪnˈsɜrdʒənt/
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/ɪnˈsɜːdʒənt/
rebellion
Etymology
'insurgent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'insurgere,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'surgere' meant 'to rise.'
'insurgere' transformed into the French word 'insurgent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'insurgent' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to rise up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who revolts against authority.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who rises in opposition to lawful authority, often in armed resistance.
The government struggled to suppress the insurgents in the northern region.
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Adjective 1
rising in active revolt.
The insurgent forces captured the city overnight.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35