Synonyms of rallies

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noun

plural of rally

1

as in mobilizations

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 & Similar Words

• mobilizations
• rallyings
• calls to arms
• summonses
• convocations
• calls
• musters
• call-ups

2

as in demonstrations

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 & Similar Words

• demonstrations
• protests
• marches
• gatherings
• demos
• conferences
• assemblies
• convocations
• conventions
• congresses
• counterprotests
• councils
• sit-downs
• strikes
• sit-ins
• counterrallies
• counterdemonstrations

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verb (1)

present tense third-person singular of rally

1

as in organizes

to assemble and make ready for action

rallied the Red Cross workers to deal with the devastating earthquake

Synonyms & Similar Words

• organizes
• mobilizes
• summons
• marshals
• orders
• groups
• arranges
• musters
• activates
• calls (up)
• convenes
• lines up
• collects
• rounds up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disorders
• disrupts
• demobilizes
• disorganizes
• demobs
• disturbs
• dismisses
• disarranges
• splits (up)
• deactivates
• breaks up
• dissolves
• disbands

2

as in recovers

to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness

despite the best care that medicine could provide, the elderly woman never really rallied from her fractured hip

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recovers
• improves
• heals
• gains
• snaps back
• recuperates
• comes back
• convalesces
• recoups
• pulls round
• comes to
• mends
• comes around
• survives
• revives
• comes round
• cheers (up)
• recruits
• perks (up)
• picks up
• pulls through

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• comes down
• collapses
• declines
• fails
• degenerates
• fades
• ails
• weakens
• deteriorates
• sinks
• wastes (away)
• languishes
• worsens
• sickens
• withers
• regresses
• wilts
• relapses

3

as in rebounds

to regain a former or normal state

after wavering a moment on the balance beam, she quickly rallied and finished with a fine dismount

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recovers
• rebounds
• bounces (back)
• revives
• snaps back
• makes a comeback
• comes back
• revitalizes
• reanimates

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fails
• declines
• worsens

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verb (2)

present tense third-person singular of rally

as in kids

to make fun of in a good-natured way

his friends rallied him for missing an easy putt

Synonyms & Similar Words

• kids
• teases
• jokes
• rides
• ribs
• razzes
• roasts
• jives
• joshes
• goofs on
• chaffs
• takes the mickey out of
• banters
• fools
• quips
• strings along
• wisecracks
• jests
• funs
• jollies
• gags
• japes
• yuks

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rallies

Noun

Goodwin has appeared at rallies in Fort Worth and across the state opposing data centers. — Jack Fink, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

Fishback has been aggressively attacking Donalds over his politics and his race while holding rallies across the state drawing crowds of young men motivated by his hard-right campaign promises. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2026

However, the monthly stochastics are at risk of a downturn, which puts pressure on the stocks to sustain their rallies into month-end. — Katie Stockton, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026

The topic has frequently come up since then at rallies and other events. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

This came in response to encampments and rallies protesting the ongoing war in Gaza that swept California campuses early that year. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2026

A number of rallies were scheduled for outside of Fever games in support of the Fever guard, and an incident between supporters of Cunningham’s and Seattle Storm owner Celese Keaton made headlines. — Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026

Over the past year, a wave of imitators loaded public-company balance sheets with cryptocurrencies in hopes of sparking stock rallies, but that trade has since soured. — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026

After more recent stops at the local fairgrounds, Saturday’s gathering moved to Taylor Estate, a lakeside venue more accustomed to weddings than political rallies. — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Verb

McIlroy rallies from a three-shot deficit at the turn, to shoot a 3-under 68 to beat Phil Mickelson by one stroke. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

Industry rallies together Huang briefly explained Nvidia’s position in his debut X post. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 July 2026

Fiery Mars shifts into your 11th House of Friends, quickening chats and group planning while your expressive nature rallies people around playful, creative goals. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 28 June 2026

In the closing days, Springsteen delivered speeches and performed songs at several Obama rallies. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026

Therefore, experts urge investors not to rush to buy gold when its price rallies, but instead view it as part of a diverse portfolio. — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 17 June 2026

It’s always paired with creativity, kindness, and a determination that rallies everyone around her. — Garrett Kennell, IndieWire, 1 June 2026

The recurring event rallies many of the world’s remaining tall ships across uncertain seas—from Peru, the Netherlands, and even India (the latter's vessel is already en route). — Paige Darrah, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

In regards to overseas, Star Wars typically rallies in the UK, Australia, Germany and Japan. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 May 2026