Seditious

usgb/sɪˈdɪʃəs/
adjective

Causing people to rebel or fight against a government.

He was accused of seditious activities.
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Often appears as...

  • seditious activities
  • seditious intent

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Formal, Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The word 'seditious' implies harmful intent towards a government, suggesting disloyalty or treason.

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His seditious speeches alarmed the authorities.
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Legal Context

'Seditious' often appears in legal contexts where individuals are charged with incitement of discontent or rebellion.

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She faced charges for seditious libel.
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Highly Formal

'Seditious' is a formal term and typically not used in casual conversation.

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The government warned against seditious propaganda.
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incendiaryinflammatoryinsurgencemutinousprovocativerebelliousrevolutionarysubversive
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