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Rebelled: meaning, definitions and examples

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rebelled

 

[ rɪˈbɛld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past action

Rebelled is the simple past tense of the verb 'rebel', which means to resist or defy authority or control. It often implies a refusal to obey rules or to submit to power. Individuals or groups may rebel against governments, social norms, or established practices. The term can carry a sense of moral justness, where the rebels believe their cause is honorable or necessary.

Synonyms

defied, opposed, resisted, revolted

Examples of usage

  • The students rebelled against the new dress code.
  • The workers rebelled after years of unfair treatment.
  • He rebelled against his parents' expectations.
  • The colonies rebelled against British rule.

Translations

Translations of the word "rebelled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rebelou

🇮🇳 विद्रोह किया

🇩🇪 rebelliert

🇮🇩 memberontak

🇺🇦 повстав

🇵🇱 zbuntował

🇯🇵 反抗した

🇫🇷 s'est rebellé

🇪🇸 se rebeló

🇹🇷 isyan etti

🇰🇷 반란을 일으켰다

🇸🇦 تمرد

🇨🇿 vzpoura

🇸🇰 vzbúril sa

🇨🇳 反叛了

🇸🇮 upor je bil

🇮🇸 uppreisn

🇰🇿 бұзылды

🇬🇪 შეურაცხყოფა

🇦🇿 üsyan etdi

🇲🇽 se rebeló

Etymology

The word 'rebel' originates from the Latin term 'rebellare', which means 'to wage war again'. This Latin term is composed of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'bellare' meaning 'to wage war', which is derived from 'bellum', meaning 'war'. The transition into Middle English occurred through the Old French 'rebelle', which borrowed from the Latin. By the mid-14th century, 'rebel' was used to describe those who rise in arms against their government or authority. Over time, the meaning has expanded to encompass those who resist or oppose any established norms or governance structures, often implying a moral stance against perceived injustice. The concept of rebellion is deeply rooted in societal contexts, where individuals or groups challenge prevailing powers or ideologies, aiming for change or to assert their rights. The historical instances of rebellion, such as the American Revolution or civil rights movements, have contributed to the evolving significance and interpretation of the word in both political and social discourses.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,634, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.