uprising
noun
Origin of uprising
Synonyms for uprising
uprise
verb (used without object), up·rose, up·ris·en, up·ris·ing.
noun
Origin of uprise
Related Words for uprising
revolution, upheaval, riot, revolt, rebellion, insurrection, mutiny, outbreak, insurgenceExamples from the Web for uprising
Contemporary Examples of uprising
He was one of few outspoken activists in Syria prior to the uprising that took a place in March of 2011.
Behind Bars for the Holidays: 11 Political Prisoners We Want to See Free In 2015Movements.Org
December 25, 2014
It is no wonder that headlines around the world are talking about a new, third intifada, or Palestinians uprising.
And it seems like another Intifada, or Palestinian uprising, might be on the way.
Many secular activists from the urban areas of Damascus or Aleppo withdrew long ago, sickened by what the uprising was becoming.
It was shuttered during the uprising against Gaddafi and the staff was evacuated in the wake of the 2012 Benghazi attack.
Historical Examples of uprising
In a moment all restraint was banished in the uprising of his great love.
The Golden WomanRidgwell Cullum
But, if he really desired to take part in this uprising, how was I to let him know?
A Romance of the West IndiesEugne Sue
There was a sudden stir, and an uprising of dark forms on all sides.
Frank Merriwell Down SouthBurt L. Standish
There were no grounds for any such fears, nor for any anticipations of an uprising.
The Story of the Upper Canada Rebellion, Volume 1John Charles Dent
The uprising had been directed against the British troops alone.
The River of DarknessWilliam Murray Graydon