Rebellious: meaning, definitions and examples
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rebellious
[ rɪˈbɛljəs ]
behavior
Showing a desire to resist authority, control, or convention.
Synonyms
defiant, disobedient, insubordinate, unruly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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rebellious |
Used to describe someone who resists authority or control in a strong, often passionate way, usually against societal norms or rules.
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defiant |
Best suited for someone showing a bold resistance to authority or an opposing force, often with a confrontational attitude.
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insubordinate |
Applied in formal or workplace settings to describe someone who refuses to obey authority, commands, or rules, often leading to disciplinary actions.
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disobedient |
Describes someone who refuses to follow orders or rules, commonly used in a negative sense, especially regarding children or pets.
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unruly |
Used to describe someone or something difficult to control or manage, often because they behave in a wild or lawless manner.
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Examples of usage
- He was always getting into trouble at school for his rebellious behavior.
- The rebellious teenager refused to follow the rules set by his parents.
nature
Having or showing a strong desire to resist authority or control.
Synonyms
contrary, defiant, insubordinate, unruly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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rebellious |
Used to describe someone who resists authority or control and often involves a sense of active resistance or a desire for change.
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defiant |
Implies a bold resistance against authority, rules, or norms, often in a confrontational way.
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insubordinate |
Specifically used in hierarchical or workplace situations to describe someone who disobeys orders or refuses to follow instructions from a superior.
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contrary |
Indicates someone who deliberately does the opposite of what is expected or requested, often just to be difficult.
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unruly |
Describes someone difficult to control or manage, often used in contexts involving behavior that is wild and disorganized.
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Examples of usage
- Her rebellious spirit led her to challenge the status quo.
- The artist's rebellious nature was reflected in his unconventional artworks.
Translations
Translations of the word "rebellious" in other languages:
🇵🇹 rebelde
🇮🇳 विद्रोही
- बागी (vidrohi
- bagi)
🇩🇪 rebellisch
🇮🇩 pemberontak
🇺🇦 бунтівний
🇵🇱 buntowniczy
🇯🇵 反抗的な (hankō-teki na)
🇫🇷 rebelle
🇪🇸 rebelde
🇹🇷 isyancı
🇰🇷 반항적인 (banhangjeog-in)
🇸🇦 متمرد (mutamarrid)
🇨🇿 rebelující
🇸🇰 rebelský
🇨🇳 反叛的 (fǎnpàn de)
🇸🇮 uporniški
🇮🇸 uppreisnargjarn
🇰🇿 көтерілісші
- бүлікші (kóterilisşi
- búlíkşi)
🇬🇪 მეამბოხე (meambokhe)
🇦🇿 üsyankar
🇲🇽 rebelde
Etymology
The word 'rebellious' originated from the Latin word 'rebellis', which means 'rebellious, insurgent'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 14th century. The concept of rebellion has been a part of human history for centuries, with individuals and groups challenging authority and societal norms. The term 'rebellious' is often associated with defiance, resistance, and nonconformity.
See also: rebel, rebelling, rebellion, rebelliously, rebelliousness.