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uprising

/ˈʌpˌraɪzɪŋ/
up · ris · ing ˈʌp · ˌraɪz · ɪŋ
English Definition
n. a rebellion or revolt against authority
中文释义
起义,暴动
Significado en Español
levantamiento, rebelión
한국어 뜻
봉기, 반란
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
cuộc nổi dậy, cuộc khởi nghĩa
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Example Sentence

The uprising led to major political change.

这场起义带来了重大的政治变革。

Synonyms
revolt rebellion insurrection
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “uprising”:

  1. A surrender
  2. B obedience
  3. C revolt
  4. D compliance
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C — revolt. “uprising” means n. a rebellion or revolt against authority

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The harsh new taxes finally led to a violent ______ against the king.

  1. A celebration
  2. B uprising
  3. C festival
  4. D holiday
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B — uprising. “uprising” means n. a rebellion or revolt against authority

Common questions about “uprising”

What does “uprising” mean?

uprising — n. a rebellion or revolt against authority. In Chinese: 起义,暴动.

How do you pronounce “uprising”?

uprising is pronounced /ˈʌpˌraɪzɪŋ/. It breaks into 3 syllables: up · ris · ing.

How do you use “uprising” in a sentence?

The uprising led to major political change. (这场起义带来了重大的政治变革。)

What are synonyms for “uprising”?

revolt, rebellion, insurrection — all close in meaning to uprising (n. a rebellion or revolt against authority).

Is “uprising” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. uprising appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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