No. 8,452 in Spanish
rebelde
Defiant or resistant to authority or control.
In a sentence
La adolescente rebelde desafió las reglas de la casa.
The rebellious teenager defied the house rules.
Here, 'rebelde' describes a person showing resistance to authority or control, portraying a character trait often associated with youth.
Este caballo es muy rebelde y difícil de domar.
This horse is very unruly and difficult to tame.
In this case, 'rebelde' characterizes an animal by its unruly and difficult-to-control behavior, demonstrating its usage beyond human description.
La moda rebelde de los años 90 rompió con las normas tradicionales.
The rebellious fashion of the 90s broke with traditional norms.
Here, 'rebelde' qualifies an abstract concept—fashion—indicating its deviation from conventional standards, showcasing the adjective's versatile application.
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