insurgence

[ in-sur-juhns ]

noun

1. an act of rebellion; insurrection; revolt.

insurgence

/ ɪnˈsɜːdʒəns /

noun

1. rebellion, uprising, or riot

Word History and Origins

Origin of insurgence¹

First recorded in 1840–50; insurg(ent) + -ence

Example Sentences

In Mozambique, a former Portuguese colony, special port facilities were awarded to the Russian navy, and Wagner troops participated in years-long government efforts to crush an Islamist insurgence.

From Salon

They were ousted by the US after the 9/11 attacks but their insurgence continued to target America's troops and their allies.

From BBC

There was concern from other African nations that France's Mali withdrawal could exacerbate the jihadist insurgence in the area.

From BBC

“The level of military support” for a Ukrainian insurgence, Admiral Stavridis said, “would make our efforts in Afghanistan against the Soviet Union look puny by comparison.”

From New York Times

On Christmas Eve, our community experienced an insurgence of fireworks.

From Washington Post