rally
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for rally, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large public gathering held to show support for a cause, person, or team.
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Etymology
From French rallier, from Old French ralier, made up of re- ("again") and allier ("to ally") — literally "to bind together again".
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What does “rally” mean?
The word “rally” means a large public gathering held to show support for a cause, person, or team. In plain terms, to come back together and regroup, a gathering in support of something, or a recovery after a drop.
How do you pronounce “rally”?
“Rally” is pronounced RA-lee (/ˈɹæli/ in IPA).
How do you use “rally” in a sentence?
Here is “rally” used in a sentence: “Thousands attended the political rally downtown.”
What part of speech is “rally”?
Depending on how it is used, “rally” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “rally” come from?
The word “rally” comes from Old French. From French rallier, from Old French ralier, made up of re- ("again") and allier ("to ally") — literally "to bind together again".
Is “rally” a common word?
“Rally” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “rally” have?
“Rally” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large public gathering held to show support for a cause, person, or team.
What is the difference between a rally and a protest?
A rally is a large public gathering held to show support for a cause, person, or team, so its tone is usually positive and unifying. A protest is held to object to something, so it expresses opposition rather than support.