Synonyms for
Uprising
Definition
an act of resistance or rebellion; a revolt
Synonyms & similar words
fall
sitdown
insurrection
springup
turnout
develop
gotobed
set
comeup
lift
originate
moveup
rising
getup
rise
resurrect
grow
revolt
turnin
standup
ascend
arise
rebellion
bristle
uprise
rebellion
revolt
mutiny
insurrection
riot
revolt
protest
dissent
sedition
coup
overthrow
takeover
upheaval
outbreak
insurgency
disorder
unrest
turmoil
disturbance
anarchy
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- popular uprising
- violent uprising
- uprising against
- uprising suppressed
- uprising crushed
- uprising begins
- armed uprising
Word family
Usage note
An 'uprising' typically refers to a collective act of resistance against authority. While related to 'rebellion' and 'insurrection', 'uprising' can sometimes imply a less organized or widespread event.
Example sentences
- The people organized an uprising against the dictator.
- The slaves planned a massive uprising against their owners.
- The students staged an uprising against the school's administration.
- The city witnessed an uprising of the working class.
- The rebellion against the oppressive regime turned into a violent uprising.
Quotes
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
The only way is up, baby. You and me now. - Yazz
I am not a saint, unless you think of a saint as a sinner who keeps on trying. - Nelson Mandela