Synonyms for rebellious

Synonyms for (adj) rebellious

Synonyms: disaffected, malcontent, ill-affected, rebellious

Definition: discontented as toward authority

Similar words: discontent, discontented

Definition: showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing

Usage: saw many discontent faces in the room; was discontented with his position


Synonyms: rebellious

Definition: participating in organized resistance to a constituted government

Usage: the rebelling confederacy

Similar words: disloyal

Definition: deserting your allegiance or duty to leader or cause or principle

Usage: disloyal aides revealed his indiscretions to the papers


Synonyms: rebellious

Definition: resisting control or authority

Usage: temperamentally rebellious; a rebellious crew

Similar words: insubordinate

Definition: not submissive to authority

Usage: a history of insubordinate behavior; insubordinate boys


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