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Definition rebellion in American English

rebellion noun

noun
/rɪˈbeljən/
Example

The capital was destroyed during the rebellion.

Example

an abortive military rebellion

Example

The country rose in rebellion.

Synonyms and related words
7/7 9/11 agitation
Example

There are fears that welfare cuts could provoke a rebellion among left-wing representatives.

2.1

opposition to someone in authority or to accepted ways of doing things

Example

teenage rebellion

Synonyms and related words
pushback opposition disagreement
Definition rebellion in American English