Meaning of the word uprising in English
What does uprising mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
uprising
US /ˈʌpˌraɪ.zɪŋ/
UK /ˈʌpˌraɪ.zɪŋ/
Noun
an act of resistance or rebellion against an established government or authority
Example:
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The government quickly suppressed the peasant uprising.
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The civil rights movement was a powerful uprising against injustice.