ˌin(t)səˈrekshən noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English insurrecioun, from Middle French insurrection, from Late Latin insurrection-, insurrectio, from Latin insurrectus (past participle of insurgere to rise against, insurge) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at insurge
1. : an act or instance of revolting against civil or political authority or against an established government
2. : an act or instance of rising up physically
Synonyms: see rebellion