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Sedition

noun
/sɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Meaning

conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against authority; treason
Speech or actions encouraging rebellion against authority.

Example Sentences

The activist was charged with sedition for his inflammatory speeches.

He was arrested for sedition against the government.

Synonyms

rebellion, mutiny, insurrection, treason, revolt
Entry 1
rebellion, mutiny, insurrection, treason
Entry 2
rebellion, insurrection, revolt, treason

Antonyms

loyalty, allegiance, obedience, patriotism
Entry 1
loyalty, allegiance, obedience, patriotism
Entry 2
obedience, loyalty

Collocations

charged with sedition, sedition law, acts of sedition, sedition trial, incite sedition, sedition act
Entry 1
charged with sedition, sedition law, acts of sedition, sedition trial
Entry 2
charged with sedition, incite sedition, sedition law, sedition act

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