reveille
1 synonym for reveille, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A bugle call or drumbeat played early in the morning to wake soldiers.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
wake-up signal
How to use reveille
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sound reveille
reveille at dawn
Etymology
From French réveillez, the imperative of réveiller, "to wake up."
Full origin of reveille →Frequently asked questions
What does “reveille” mean?
The word “reveille” means a bugle call or drumbeat played early in the morning to wake soldiers. In plain terms, the morning wake-up signal used in military camps.
How do you pronounce “reveille”?
“Reveille” is pronounced rih-VA-lee (/ˈɹɛ.və.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “reveille” in a sentence?
Here is “reveille” used in a sentence: “Reveille sounded at dawn across the camp.”
What part of speech is “reveille”?
“Reveille” is a noun.
Where does the word “reveille” come from?
The word “reveille” comes from French. From French réveillez, the imperative of réveiller, "to wake up.".
