Antonyms for rebellion

Grammar : Noun

Spell : ri-bel-yuhn

Phonetic Transcription : rɪˈbɛl yən

Definition of rebellion

Origin : "war waged against a government by some portion of its subjects," mid-14c., from Old French rebellion (14c.) and directly from Latin rebellionem (nominative rebellio) "rebellion, revolt; renewal of war," from rebellis (see rebel (adj.)).

noun disobedience; revolt

Example sentences :

This knowledge constrained the girl, even drove her into rebellion.
Extract from : « Thoroughbreds » by W. A. Fraser

"I know who'll have to do all the work," the boy retorted, bitterness and rebellion in his tone.
Extract from : « Dust » by Mr. and Mrs. Haldeman-Julius

From the depths of her rebellion and forgiveness, slow tears rose.
Extract from : « Dust » by Mr. and Mrs. Haldeman-Julius

She understood only too well how deeply this rebellion was rooted.
Extract from : « Dust » by Mr. and Mrs. Haldeman-Julius

They had only just arrived and they were in perfect health, with plenty of courage for rebellion.
Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt

I am told that some of them at times experience a feeling of rebellion.
Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola

He was kept erect by that rebellion of his whole being which he could not quiet.
Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola

I often took this poor Talien aside and tried to urge him on to rebellion, but it was all in vain.
Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt

And she, therefore, repented of her rebellion as of a crime.
Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola

What was the use of journeying to a land of doubt and rebellion?
Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola

Synonyms for rebellion

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