Rebel
/ˈrɛbəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who resists or rises in arms against an established government or authority, often engaged in insurrection or rebellion.
The rebels refused to surrender despite the government's demands.
- (v.) To rise in opposition or armed resistance against authority or government.
The citizens rebelled against the oppressive regime.
Forms
- rebels
- rebelled
- rebelling
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'rebel' frequently relates to acts of insurrection and is distinguished from mere protest by the element of armed resistance or organized opposition.
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