⚔️Rebellion

noun
/rɪˈbel.jən/

Meaning

an act of armed resistance to an established government or leader
an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler

Example Sentences

The rebellion against the king lasted for three years.

The rebellion was crushed by the army after a few months.

Synonyms

revolt, uprising, insurrection, defiance
Entry 1
revolt, uprising, insurrection
Entry 2
revolt, uprising, insurrection, defiance

Antonyms

obedience, submission, compliance
Entry 1
obedience, submission, compliance
Entry 2
obedience, submission

Collocations

armed rebellion, suppress rebellion, lead rebellion, violent rebellion, lead a rebellion
Entry 1
armed rebellion, suppress rebellion, lead rebellion
Entry 2
armed rebellion, violent rebellion, lead a rebellion

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