rebellion — an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈbeljən/
Korean meaning: 반란, 반역, 저항
Korean pronunciation: 리-벨-연 (강세: 벨)
Example Sentences
- His rebellion against vegetables ended when his mom made pizza with hidden spinach.
- The student rebellion demanded longer lunch breaks and softer toilet paper.
- The historical rebellion changed the course of the nation forever.
rebellion
NOUN//rɪˈbeljən//
an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler
Peasants rebel against the king
The stallion leads the battalion's rebellion!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'rebellis' meaning 'resisting' or 'fighting back again,' derived from the prefix 're-' (again) and 'bellum' (war). The word entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
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📝Examples
“His rebellion against vegetables ended when his mom made pizza with hidden spinach.”
“The student rebellion demanded longer lunch breaks and softer toilet paper.”
“The historical rebellion changed the course of the nation forever.”
“My cat's rebellion against bath time involves hiding under the bed for hours.”
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