rebellious

Definitions

Showing a desire to resist authority, control, or convention.

Engaged in or manifesting an uprising against an established government or ruler.

Examples

The rebellious teenager refused to follow the strict rules set by his parents.

Her rebellious spirit led her to challenge the status quo and fight for change.

Synonyms

defiant insubordinate mutinous recalcitrant unruly disobedient insurgent

Antonyms

obedient submissive compliant dutiful docile acquiescent subservient