Definition of Rebellious

unruly and wild with behavior and actions

Examples of Rebellious in a sentence

The rebellious teen refused to listen to his parents and did what he wanted to do.  🔊

Rebellious and unruly, Anna pretended to go to bed but snuck out of her window instead.  🔊

Because of his rebellious behavior, the sophomore was suspended from school for being disobedient and disrespecting his teacher.  🔊

The banker’s rebellious son refused to listen to his father and continued to drain his parents’ finances.  🔊

Joe is the rebellious type, always choosing to challenge authority instead of following the rules.  🔊

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