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insurgence

 

[ ɪnˈsɜːrdʒəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political movement

Insurgence refers to an organized rebellion or uprising against an established authority, often a government or political system. It typically involves violent methods and can lead to significant social or political change.

Synonyms

insurrection, rebellion, revolt, revolution, uprising

Examples of usage

  • The insurgence in the region was met with military force.
  • Many historians study the insurgence of the 1960s.
  • The insurgence aimed to overthrow the oppressive regime.
  • Global powers often intervene in insurgence movements.
  • The insurgence was fueled by years of unrest.

Translations

Translations of the word "insurgence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insurgência

🇮🇳 विद्रोह

🇩🇪 Aufstand

🇮🇩 pemberontakan

🇺🇦 повстання

🇵🇱 powstanie

🇯🇵 反乱

🇫🇷 insurrection

🇪🇸 insurrección

🇹🇷 isyan

🇰🇷 봉기

🇸🇦 تمرد

🇨🇿 vzpoura

🇸🇰 povstanie

🇨🇳 叛乱

🇸🇮 upor

🇮🇸 uppreisn

🇰🇿 бұзу

🇬🇪 მتممობა

🇦🇿 üsyan

🇲🇽 insurrección

Etymology

The word 'insurgence' originates from the Latin word 'insurgere,' which means 'to rise up' or 'to mount.' Over time, it evolved through Middle French to its current English form. The term has been used historically to describe various movements where groups rise against established authority, often in the context of political change. In modern usage, 'insurgence' often has implications of organized and active resistance, particularly in zones of conflict where non-state actors challenge government control or influence. The concept has gained prominence in discussions around civil unrest, revolutionary movements, and the dynamics of power between different political factions.