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rebelliousness

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Rebelliousness (noun) means a tendency to resist authority or refuse to obey rules.

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A tendency to resist authority or refuse to obey rules.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

insubordination defiance

Related words

opposition resistance obedience defiance defy insubordination capitulation deference

Rhymes for rebelliousness

seriousness nervousness consciousness righteousness contagiousness unconsciousness

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What is the meaning of rebelliousness?

"rebelliousness" (noun) means a tendency to resist authority or refuse to obey rules.

What is another word for rebelliousness?

Other words for "rebelliousness" include insubordination, defiance.

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