Meaning & Definition of Rebel in English
English⟶
Rebel
/rɛbəl/
noun
1. `johnny' was applied as a nickname for confederate soldiers by the federal soldiers in the american civil war
- `greyback' derived from their grey confederate uniforms
synonym:
- Rebel,
- Reb,
- Johnny Reb,
- Johnny,
- greyback
2. A person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)
synonym:
- insurgent,
- insurrectionist,
- freedom fighter,
- rebel
3. Someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
synonym:
- maverick,
- rebel
verb
1. Take part in a rebellion
- Renounce a former allegiance
synonym:
- rebel,
- arise,
- rise,
- rise up
2. Break with established customs
synonym:
- rebel,
- renegade
Examples of using
Who doesn't love a rebel?