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Rebelled

Verb / rɪˈbeld / Another word for rebelled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to resist or defy an authority or a generally accepted convention

Synonyms & similar words

riseup rise arise renegade rebel revolted mutinied defied opposed resisted disobeyed rebuffed defected revolted uprose mutinied defected defied opposed resisted rebel uprise rise insurrect protest

Example sentences

  1. The citizens rebelled against the corrupt government.
  2. The students rebelled against the strict dress code policy.
  3. The soldiers rebelled against their commanding officer.
  4. He rebelled against the traditional way of doing things.
  5. She rebelled against society's expectations of her gender.

Quotes

  • All oppression creates a state of war. - Simone de Beauvoir
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • Better to die fighting for freedom then be a prisoner all the days of your life. - Bob Marley

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