REBELLIOUS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

resisting control or authority

Example: temperamentally rebellious; a rebellious crew

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adjective

participating in organized resistance to a constituted government

Example: the rebelling confederacy

Synonyms

Rebellious, Ill-affected, Disaffected, Malcontent

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "rebellious" comes from Middle English rebellious.

🔗 Related Words

rebel – A related word in the same word family.

-ious – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Middle English was a melting pot where Germanic, French, and Latin words competed and blended.

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