⚔️uprising

noun
/ˈʌpraɪzɪŋ/

Meaning

An act of resistance or rebellion; an attempt to overthrow authority or government.
a violent or armed resistance against an established government or ruler; rebellion
An act of resistance or rebellion; a revolt against an authority or government.

Example Sentences

The uprising spread quickly across the country.

The people organized an uprising against the oppressive regime.

The uprising marked the beginning of the revolution.

Example Expressions

popular uprising

Synonyms

rebellion, revolt, insurrection, mutiny, resistance, revolution
Entry 1
rebellion, revolt, insurrection, mutiny, resistance
Entry 2
rebellion, revolt, insurrection, revolution
Entry 3
revolt, rebellion, insurrection, mutiny

Antonyms

peace, obedience, submission, compliance
Entry 1
peace, obedience, submission
Entry 2
submission, compliance, obedience
Entry 3
obedience, peace, submission, compliance

Collocations

armed uprising, political uprising, violent uprising, popular uprising, uprising against
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armed uprising, political uprising, violent uprising, popular uprising
Entry 2
popular uprising, armed uprising, uprising against

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