Definition of rebel
(Entry 1 of 3)
1a : opposing or taking arms against a government or ruler
b : of or relating to rebels the rebel camp
2 : disobedient, rebellious
rebel
nounrebel
verbrebelled; rebelling
Definition of rebel (Entry 3 of 3)
1a : to oppose or disobey one in authority or control
b : to renounce and resist by force the authority of one's government
2a : to act in or show opposition or disobedience
rebelled against the conventions of polite society
b : to feel or exhibit anger or revulsion
rebelled at the injustice of life
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The first known use of rebel was in the 14th century
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