rebellion

Definition

  • n. refusal to accept some authority or code or convention
  • n. organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another

Word forms

Plural
rebellions

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The rebellion against the government started when people were unhappy with the new laws.

  2. n.

    The historical documents described the rebellion as a fight for freedom and justice.