an·ti·gov·ern·ment

[an-tee-guhv-ern-muhnt, -er-muhnt, an-tahy-]
adjective
1.
opposed to or in rebellion against an existing government.
2.
of or pertaining to a political group, military force, etc., seeking to replace or overthrow an existing government.

Origin:
anti- + government

an·ti·gov·ern·men·tal, adjective
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Main Entry:  antigovernment
Part of Speech:  adj
Definition:  going against a current government or administration
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Antigovernment is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
Example sentences
There were reports of intimidation of journalists and their antigovernment sources.
Cell-phone records could tell them who attended an antigovernment rally.
Privately owned newspapers frequently adopted antigovernment positions.
Bail was available, although typically not granted in cases involving alleged antigovernment activity.
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