Sedition
/sɪˈdɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against authority or the government.
The protestors were charged with sedition for urging an armed revolt.
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Commentary
Sedition typically involves speech or expression aimed at inciting resistance to lawful authority, distinct from overt acts of rebellion.
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