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rebellion
An organized and open uprising by a group against a ruling power, government, or authority. A rebellion often aims at political or social upheaval.
Die hohen Steuern führten zu einer Rebellion der Bauern.
The high taxes led to a rebellion by the peasants.
The noun 'die Rebellion' (rebellion) belongs to the verb 'rebellieren' (to rebel). Both words describe the act of uprising or resistance.
Die Jugendlichen rebellieren gegen die strengen Regeln ihrer Schule.
The young people are rebelling against their school's strict rules.
'Rebellion' (rebellion) is almost always used with the preposition 'gegen' (against) and the accusative to name the target of the uprising.
Es war eine Rebellion gegen die Ungerechtigkeit im Land.
It was a rebellion against the injustice in the country.
In a political or historical context, a rebellion is often 'angezettelt' (started/instigated) or 'niedergeschlagen' (violently put down) by the authorities.
Die Armee wurde entsandt, um die Rebellion niederzuschlagen.
The army was sent to put down the rebellion.
In the figurative sense, people often speak of an 'Akt der Rebellion' (act of rebellion). This means a single action that deliberately violates rules or expectations.
Die Weigerung, die Schuluniform zu tragen, war für sie ein kleiner Akt der Rebellion.
Refusing to wear the school uniform was a small act of rebellion for her.
resistance
'Widerstand' and 'Rebellion' both have to do with being against rules, power, or authority. 'Widerstand' is the more general term. It can be political, personal, or even small in everyday life. 'Rebellion' sounds stronger and more open. It often refers to a group rising up against a government or an authority. In a figurative sense, 'Rebellion' can also mean strong defiance against rules or expectations. So 'Rebellion' fits better when the resistance is visible, intense, and aimed at change.
Die Rebellion gegen den König begann in mehreren Städten gleichzeitig.
The rebellion against the king began in several cities at the same time.
Der Widerstand gegen das neue Bauprojekt wächst von Woche zu Woche.
Resistance to the new construction project is growing from week to week.