What is another word for insurrectionist?

Pronunciation: [ɪnsəɹˈɛkʃənˌɪst] (IPA)

Insurrectionists are individuals or groups who engage in violent rebellion against a government or authority. Synonyms for insurrectionist include rebel, revolutionary, insurgent, activist, unconventional, revolutionary, subversive, dissenter, protester, anarchist, troublemaker, and agitator. These terms all refer to individuals who oppose the status quo and seek to challenge those in power. The nuance of each term depends on the context of their use. For example, a dissenter may not necessarily use violent means but instead promote dissent through peaceful methods. An anarchist rejects all forms of government, while a rebel seeks to overthrow a specific authority. Despite their slight variations, the term insurrectionist and its synonyms encompass those who challenge established power structures.

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Usage examples for Insurrectionist

If the apparent leader of the insurrectionist gun-runners had cause for animosity against the boys before, it was surely redoubled now.
"The Border Boys Across the Frontier"
Fremont B. Deering
The excitement was great in the palace, but still greater in the streets, being skilfully kept up by several insurrectionist leaders, and spontaneously arising among the reckless portion of the populace, who are easily influenced by revolutionary clamors.
"The Great Events by Famous Historians, Vol. 17"
Charles Francis Horne
We know that Amos Dresser was no insurrectionist though he was accused of being so, and on this false accusation was publicly whipped in Nashville in the midst of a crowd of infuriated slaveholders.
"The Anti-Slavery Examiner, Omnibus"
American Anti-Slavery Society

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