insurgent (n.)

  1. a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)

    [ Syn: insurrectionist , insurrectionist , freedom fighter , freedom fighter , rebel , rebel ]

  2. a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment

    [ Syn: guerrilla , guerilla , irregular ]

    insurgent (adj.)

  1. in opposition to a civil authority or government

    [ Syn: seditious , subversive ]

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