insurrection

Definitions

A violent uprising against an authority or government.

An act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government.

Examples

The government quickly mobilized the military to suppress the violent insurrection.

History books often debate whether the uprising was a legitimate revolution or a failed insurrection.

Synonyms

rebellion uprising mutiny revolt sedition riot insurgency

Antonyms

obedience submission compliance order peace acquiescence loyalty