Entry Word: rally

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 an act of gathering forces together to renew or attempt an effort <in a last-minute rally the Confederates at Bull Run were able to turn a near defeat into an upset victory>

Synonyms marshaling (or marshalling), mobilization, rallying

Related Words call-up, summons; convening, muster, mustering

2 a mass meeting for the purpose of displaying or arousing support for a cause or person <a huge rally for the candidate on the eve of the election>

Synonyms demonstration

Related Words assembly, convention, gathering; march; protest, sit-down, sit-down strike, sit-in, strike

3 the process or period of gradually regaining oneʼs health and strength <the doctors were amazed at the sick childʼs unexpected rally, which was apparently due to the new drug> — see convalescence