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

The biggest reason that Stevens, who has largely eschewed large campaign rallies and town halls, was able to weather the storm after the convention was AIPAC. — Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 10 July 2026

From December 1952 to June 1953, 80 rallies in support of the Rosenbergs were held in Paris alone. — Amy Weiss-Meyer, The Atlantic, 10 July 2026

Chipmakers have stumbled as some investors are taking profits after strong rallies. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 9 July 2026

El-Sayed, meanwhile, has packed rallies with progressive supporters and high-profile endorsers. — Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Sylvester Mangure, the army spokesperson, warned Sunday against any demonstrations, following last week's government ban on political rallies. — ABC News, 6 July 2026

The rallies are hardly unique among memory and storage companies. — Bailey Lipschultz, Fortune, 5 July 2026

America’s 250th anniversary is giving President Donald Trump a reason to get back in front of voters for campaign-style rallies focused on love of country and patriotism. — David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 4 July 2026

Police said some 31,000 people attended Saturday's protest rallies, German news agency dpa reported. — David Keyton, Christian Science Monitor, 4 July 2026

Verb

Two points away from defeat, Ivanisevic rallies to beat Rafter 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 2-6, 9-7 and becomes the second player to win a Wimbledon singles title without being seeded. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 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

National protest groups, including those organizing the No Kings rallies, are participating. — Sarah Clifton, USA Today, 16 May 2026