Associations to the word «Insurgent»

Wiktionary

INSURGENT, adjective. Rebellious, opposing authority.
INSURGENT, noun. One of several people who take up arms against the local state authority; a participant in insurgency

Dictionary definition

INSURGENT, noun. A person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions).
INSURGENT, noun. A member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment.
INSURGENT, adjective. In opposition to a civil authority or government.

Wise words

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