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INSURGENT

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Insurgent.

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Insurgent - as a noun

A person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
freedom fighterinsurrectionistrebel
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
crusadermelioristreformerreformistsocial reformerrevolutionaryrevolutionistsubversivesubverter
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guerillaguerrillairregular
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
warrior
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Insurgent - as an adjective satellite

In opposition to a civil authority or government

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
seditioussubversive

Insurgent - as an adjective

Rebellious, opposing authority.

Example Sentences

"The government launched an offensive against the insurgents in the region."
"The insurgents attacked a military convoy."
"The primary objective is to identify and eliminate the insurgent leaders."
"The group of insurgents was led by a charismatic leader."
"The army conducted a series of airstrikes on known insurgent hideouts."
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Word Game Points

Is INSURGENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insurgent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSURGENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is INSURGENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insurgent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSURGENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is INSURGENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insurgent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSURGENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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