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Rebellion Definition & Meaning

rebellion
noun
  1. refusal to accept some authority or code or convention; "each generation must have its own rebellion"; "his body was in rebellion against fatigue"
  2. organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another

"Rebellion" in song lyrics

See how rebellion is used in real songs:

  • "And I'm the king of the rebellion"
    Code Poets — Broke on Bullets
  • "We spark rebellion,"
    Dead Prez — Cop Shot *
  • "thick in the air after last night's concert and rebellion"
    Dilated Peoples — Proper Progaganda

Usage tips for "rebellion"

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Frequently asked questions

What does rebellion mean?
refusal to accept some authority or code or convention; "each generation must have its own rebellion"; "his body was in rebellion against fatigue" organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another
What part of speech is rebellion?
Rebellion is a noun.
How many definitions does rebellion have?
Rebellion has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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