rise up
To mount a rebellion or insurgency; to rebel; to revolt.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The people will rise up against the unfair laws.”
“When the government increased taxes again, the citizens decided to rise up and demand change.”
“Throughout history, oppressed groups have often chosen to rise up against their rulers to secure their fundamental rights and freedoms.”
- 01
get a rise out of
To obtain a reaction from (someone), especially one of annoyance.
- 02
Lord willing and the creek don't rise
Barring unforeseen circumstances.
- 03
rise and shine
Used to wish someone happiness upon waking up
- 04
rise to the challenge
To show resolve or effectiveness in dealing with a difficulty.
- 05
rise to the occasion
To show resolve or effectiveness in dealing with a difficulty.
- 06
rise to the purple
An elevation to a very high rank, especially a royal one.
- 07
rise with the lark
To be awake and out of bed early in the morning.
- 08
take its rise
To originate
Last updated August 10, 2026