Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

act-of-rebellion

Noun

/ˈakt əv rɪˈbɛl.jən/

Definition

An act of rebellion refers to a behavior or action taken against authority, control, or tradition, often manifesting as defiance to societal norms or governmental rules.

Examples

The protesters’ march was seen as an act of rebellion against oppressive laws.
In the novel, the character’s decision to leave her hometown was an act of rebellion against her family’s expectations.
His graffiti on the wall was a small act of rebellion that spoke volumes about his discontent.