rebel
rebel
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for the word "rebel" is: /ˈɹɛbəl/
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
First syllable:
/ɹ/ - alveolar approximant
/ɛ/ - mid front vowel
Second syllable:
/b/ - voiced bilabial stop
/əl/ - syllabic alveolar lateral approximant
Word Form Variations
Noun:
Singular: rebel
Plural: rebels
Verb:
Present tense: rebels
Past tense: rebelled
Past participle: rebelled
Present participle: rebelling
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: A person who resists authority, control, or convention.
Synonyms: insurgent, dissident, nonconformist, revolutionary
Antonyms: conformist, traditionalist, conservative
Verb
Definition: To resist authority, control, or convention.
Synonyms: defy, revolt, mutiny, protest
Antonyms: conform, obey, submit
Note: While "rebel" is primarily used as a noun and a verb, it can sometimes be used as an adjective to describe a person or thing that is rebellious.
Examples of Use
Literature
"The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger: Holden Caulfield, the protagonist, is a classic example of a teenage rebel who rejects societal norms and conformity.
"The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien: The Rohirrim, a proud and independent people, often rebel against the domination of other powers.
Film and Television
"Rebel Without a Cause" (1955): This iconic film features James Dean as a rebellious teenager navigating societal expectations and parental authority.
"Star Wars" franchise: The Rebel Alliance fights against the oppressive Galactic Empire, embodying the spirit of rebellion.
"Game of Thrones": Many characters, such as Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow, rebel against tyrannical rulers and fight for their own destinies.
News and Current Events
News articles about political uprisings: "The Syrian Rebels Fight for Freedom" (The New York Times)
News reports on social movements: "Climate Change Rebels Disrupt Traffic in Major Cities" (BBC News)
General Discourse
Teenage rebellion: "My teenager is rebelling against everything I say!"
Workplace dissent: "She's a bit of a rebel at work, always challenging the status quo."
Political activism: "The protesters are rebelling against the government's policies."
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Rebel
"A man who says no: but whose refusal does not imply a renunciation." - Albert Camus, The Rebel
"I've been reckless, but I'm not a rebel without a cause." - James Dean
"Other people will call me a rebel, but I just feel like I'm living my life and doing what I want to do. Sometimes people call that rebellion, especially when you're a woman." - Joan Jett
"I'm a real rebel with a cause." - Billie Joe Armstrong
"Defy your own group. Rebel against yourself." - Jim Morrison
"If you haven't turned rebel by twenty you've got no heart; if you haven't turned establishment by thirty you've got no brains!" - Oscar Wilde
"The public digs needled me to rebel. They forced me to work harder." - Frank Zappa
"If someone puts too much pressure on me, I will automatically rebel." - Kurt Cobain
"You can rebel in different ways. Civil disobedience is rebelling. As long as it's peaceful, of course." - John Lennon
"I don't know what I would have done to rebel. I don't know what I was rebelling against." - Bob Dylan
Etymology
The word "rebel" has a long history. It comes from the Latin word "rebellāre," which means "to wage war again." Over time, the word has evolved to mean someone who resists authority or goes against the rules.
The first known use of "rebel" in English was in the 14th century. It was used to describe someone who was fighting against their king or government. Since then, the word has expanded to include anyone who defies authority, whether it's a parent, a teacher, or a society as a whole.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Rebel
While "rebel" isn't as common in fixed phrases and idioms as some other words, here are a few ways it's used:
Rebel without a cause: This phrase, popularized by James Dean's film, refers to a rebellious person without a clear motive or reason for their rebellion.
Rebel yell: A loud, defiant shout, often associated with Southern American culture.
Here are some original phrases and idioms using "rebel" or its synonyms:
To buck the system: To rebel against authority or established norms.
To go rogue: To act independently and defy authority or expectations.
To sow the seeds of rebellion: To encourage or incite rebellion.
A rebel with a cause: Someone who rebels for a specific reason or belief.
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Source Information
Definition of rebel from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
