fronde

/frɔ̃d/ or /fʁɔ̃d/

Definitions

1. noun

A rebellion, especially one in 17th-century France, or a violent or aggressive protest.

“The peasants’ fronde against the government drew international attention.”

2. noun

A sprig or small shoot of a plant, especially one that is bent or curved.

“The gardener used a fronde to train the vines on the trellis.”

Synonyms

  • protest
  • rebellion
  • riot
  • uprising

Antonyms

  • pacification
  • reconciliation
  • submission