/ rɪˈbeljəs; NAmE / adjective
1.
unwilling to obey rules or accept normal standards of behaviour, dress, etc. :
rebellious teenagers
He has always had a rebellious streak .
2.
opposed to the government of a country; opposed to those in authority within an organization :
rebellious cities / factions
► re·bel·li·ous·ly adverb :
'I don't care!' she said rebelliously.
► re·bel·li·ous·ness noun [ U ]