rebellion
Translation
rebellion, uprising, resistance
Examples
The government crushed the rebellion.
The government crushed the rebellion.
He's in a state of rebellion against his parents.
He's in a state of rebellion against his parents.
Grammar Patterns
((against sth./sb.)) a rebellion against (sth./sb.) The people started a rebellion against the king.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uprising, revolt, insurrection; Antonyms: submission, obedience
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'bellum' (war), literally 'to wage war again'.
Memory Tips
Think of 're-belling' – fighting back again against authority.