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REBEL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Rebel.

How to pronounce rebel:

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Rebel - as a noun

A person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
freedom fighterinsurgentinsurrectionist
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
crusadermelioristreformerreformistsocial reformerrevolutionaryrevolutionistsubversivesubverter
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

`johnny' was applied as a nickname for confederate soldiers by the federal soldiers in the american civil war; `greyback' derived from their grey confederate uniforms

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
greybackjohnnyjohnny rebreb

Someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maverick

Rebel - as a verb

Take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ariseriserise up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dissentprotestresist
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Break with established customs

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
renegade

Example Sentences

"The rebel led a group of insurgents against the government."
"The young rebel refused to follow the rules and caused trouble at school."
"The rebels fought bravely for their nation's independence."
"After the overthrow of the dictator, many rebels were celebrated as heroes."
"The rebel was captured and sentenced to life in prison."
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Word Game Points

Is REBEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rebel is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REBEL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is REBEL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rebel is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REBEL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is REBEL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rebel is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REBEL has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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