die Auflehnung
Translation
rebellion, revolt, insurrection, defiance
Examples
Die Auflehnung gegen die Regierung wuchs.
The rebellion against the government grew.
Seine Rede war ein Akt der Auflehnung.
His speech was an act of defiance.
Grammar Patterns
((Auflehnung)) ((gegen+4)) rebellion against sth./sb. The rebellion against the dictatorship began.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rebellion, Widerstand; Antonym: Gehorsam (obedience)
Etymology
From 'auf-' (up) + 'lehnen' (to lean) + '-ung' (noun suffix). The idea is 'leaning up' against authority.
Memory Tips
Picture people 'leaning up' against a wall of authority to push it over.