Sepoy

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of sepoy

soldier
trooper
infantryman

Antonyms of sepoy

general
commander
officer

Collocations of sepoy

Indian soldier
Frequency: 70 %

The sepoy was a brave Indian soldier who fought for his country's independence.

British rule
Frequency: 65 %

The sepoy uprising was a challenge to British rule in India.

mutiny
Frequency: 60 %

The sepoy rebellion was a significant mutiny against British rule in India.

revolt
Frequency: 50 %

The sepoy revolt of 1857 marked a turning point in Indian history.

military
Frequency: 45 %

The sepoy was a trained military personnel serving in the British Indian Army.

Idiomatic Expressions for sepoy

  • Phrase: sepoy mutiny
    Meaning: a rebellion against authority or a mutiny
    Usage: The soldiers staged a sepoy mutiny against their commanding officer.