Rebel Definition & Meaning
rebel
- noun
- `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
- a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)
- someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
- verb
- take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance
- break with established customs
"Rebel" in song lyrics
See how rebel is used in real songs:
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"Die as a rebel"
2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger -
"In the six rebel"
2nd II None f/ AMG, DJ Quik — Up in Da Club -
"New lyrics, breakin like a running rebel"
Above the Law — Untouchable
Words that rhyme with rebel
Usage tips for "rebel"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does rebel mean?
- `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 a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions) someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance break with established customs
- What part of speech is rebel?
- Rebel is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does rebel have?
- Rebel has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).