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Synonyms

insurgence

American  
[in-sur-juhns] / ɪnˈsɜr dʒəns /

noun

  1. an act of rebellion; insurrection; revolt.


insurgence British  
/ ɪnˈsɜːdʒəns /

noun

  1. rebellion, uprising, or riot

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Etymology

Origin of insurgence

First recorded in 1840–50; insurg(ent) + -ence

Example Sentences

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They were ousted by the US after the 9/11 attacks but their insurgence continued to target America's troops and their allies.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2023

In these more clandestine spaces, I hear flashes of insurgence, a way to refuse the fictions we’ve been fed about reggaeton.

From New York Times • Dec. 22, 2021

"Modular kitchens highlight smart shelves, space-saving features, and maximized corners. Additionally, we may see an insurgence of kitchen nooks, as they are a cozy work-from-home option."

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2021

Removed from its oceanic heat source, Fred was losing steam, having evolved in a lopsided tropical cyclone due to an insurgence of dry air.

From Washington Post • Aug. 17, 2021

Ironically, the greatest triumph for both protagonists was the time they were forced to cooperate during the goblin insurgence.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer