insurgent
//ɪnˈsɜːdʒənt//
Noun
insurgentSingular
insurgentsPlural
1
A person who rises in active revolt against an established government or authority, especially as part of an armed rebellion.
The insurgents seized control of the capital city.
2
A member of a political party or group who rebels against its leadership or policies.
The insurgents within the party demanded a change in leadership.
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Adjective
insurgentCanonical form
1
Rising in active revolt against established authority or government.
The insurgent forces seized control of the capital.
2
Relating to or characteristic of insurgents or an insurgency.
The government struggled to contain insurgent activity in the region.