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Term: Insurgent

Definition

An insurgent is a person who rebels or fights against an established authority or government, typically as part of an armed group or rebellion.

Part of Speech

Noun: The insurgent led a group of rebels in their fight against the oppressive regime.

Adjective: The government faces an insurgent threat in the northern region.

Adverb: The rebels fought fiercely and insurgently, refusing to back down.

Senses

1. Armed Rebellion: An insurgent is someone involved in an armed rebellion or revolt against an established authority.

2. Political Dissent: Insurgent can also refer to a person who opposes or challenges the current political system, without resorting to violence.

Samples Sentences

Noun:

1. The insurgent was captured and sentenced to life in prison.
2. The insurgents launched a surprise attack on the military base.
3. She sympathized with the insurgents' cause and joined their movement.

Adjective:

1. The military launched an operation to eliminate the insurgent forces.
2. The insurgency movement gained traction, attracting more supporters.
3. Local authorities are struggling to maintain control over insurgent territories.

Adverb:

1. The rebels fought insurgently, refusing to yield to the government forces.
2. The opposition parties campaigned insurgently against the ruling party's policies.
3. The protesters demanded change passionately and insurgently.

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