Insurgent

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/

Insurgent (noun)

  1. a person who fights against the government or authority.
  2. someone involved in an uprising or revolt.

Examples

  • The insurgent planned a surprise attack on the camp.
  • Insurgents often operate in small, mobile groups.

Common collocations: insurgent group, insurgent attack, insurgent leader, join the insurgents, insurgent movement

Insurgent (adjective)

  1. related to fighting against authority or government.

Examples

  • The insurgent forces refused to surrender.
  • Insurgent activities increased in the region.

Synonyms of Insurgent

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Insurgent

  • — In political or revolutionary contexts.
  • — In contexts of allegiance or support.