rebel meaning and definition

REBEL noun

Definition of Rebel (noun)

1. `Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
   • synonyms: greyback, Johnny, Johnny Reb, Reb
2. a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)
   • synonyms: freedom fighter, insurgent, insurrectionist
3. someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
   • synonyms: maverick

REBEL verb

Definition of rebel (verb)

1. take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance
   • synonyms: arise, rise, rise up
2. break with established customs
   • synonyms: renegade