Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

REBELLIOUS Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word rebellious. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word rebellious. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for REBELLIOUS

Expand?WordSave?More Syns..UsageType
defiant
adjectiveadj
adjective

• boldly resisting authority or an opposing force

disobedient
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not obeying or complying with commands of those in authority

adjective satellite

• unwilling to submit to authority

insubordinate
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not submissive to authority

adjective satellite

• disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority

unruly
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

• unwilling to submit to authority

• incapable of being controlled

wayward
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• resistant to guidance or discipline

disaffected
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• discontented as toward authority

ill-affected
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• discontented as toward authority

malcontent
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a person who is discontented or disgusted

adjective satellite

• discontented as toward authority

restive
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• being in a tense state

• impatient especially under restriction or delay

Best Hypernyms For REBELLIOUS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for rebellious, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (11)
defiant disobedient insubordinate insurgent insurrectionary intractable mutinous obstinate revolutionary seditious unruly

Alternatives for DEFIANT

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen