Pronunciation: /ˈrɛbəl/
noun a person who resists or defies authority, control, or tradition
A1 The rebel refused to follow the rules.
A2 The rebels gathered in the square to protest against the government.
B1 The rebel leader was captured by the authorities.
B2 The rebels fought bravely against the oppressive regime.
C1 The rebel group was able to overthrow the corrupt government.
C2 The rebels were hailed as heroes for their role in the revolution.
verb to resist or defy authority, control, or tradition
A1 She rebelled against her parents by staying out past curfew.
A2 The students rebelled against the strict dress code by wearing jeans to school.
B1 The workers rebelled against their unfair treatment by going on strike.
B2 The citizens rebelled against the corrupt government by organizing protests.
C1 The soldiers rebelled against their commanding officer's orders, leading to a mutiny.
C2 The prisoners rebelled against the oppressive prison system, demanding better conditions.
formal The rebel group launched an attack on the government forces.
informal Don't be such a rebel, just follow the rules for once.
slang That guy is a total rebel, always breaking the rules.
figurative Her decision to quit her job and travel the world was a rebellious act against societal norms.
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