English · Culture & Society
rebellion
/rɪˈbel.jən/
[/rɪˈbel.jən/]
armed revolt against authority
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An act of armed or open opposition to a government or authority. It can also mean any refusal to obey rules.
Example
The harsh new taxes sparked a rebellion among farmers across the entire province.
The harsh new taxes sparked a rebellion among farmers across the entire province.
Etymology
From Latin 'rebellio', from 'rebellare' (to wage war again), from 're-' and 'bellum' (war).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in politics, history, and everyday defiance.