rebellious
|re-bel-li-ous|
B2
/rɪˈbɛljəs/
resisting authority
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rebellious' originates from the Latin word 'rebellare', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'bellare' meant 'to wage war'.
Historical Evolution
'rebellare' transformed into the Old French word 'rebelle', and eventually became the modern English word 'rebellious'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wage war again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'resisting authority'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
showing a desire to resist authority, control, or convention.
The rebellious teenager refused to follow the school's dress code.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35