rally

/ɹˈæli/

/ˈɹæɫi/

[noun] [verb]

Rally

[NOUN]

a large gathering of the public, especially those supporting a particular political idea or party

synonyms : mass meeting

the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort

synonyms : rallying

(sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes

synonyms : exchange

an automobile race run over public roads

a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness

to rally

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

gather

synonyms : beat up

drum up

to join together to help someone or support a specific cause or person

synonyms : call up

mobilise

mobilize

antonyms : demobilize

to regain one's health and strength after a period of illness or injury

synonyms : rebound

gather or bring together

synonyms : come up

muster

muster up

summon

harass with persistent criticism or carping

synonyms : bait

(particularly of share prices or currencies) to rise after a decline

Examples

1. The stock market rally resulted in a fat return on investment for many investors.

2. The organizer called a rally to protest against social injustice.

3. The politician made his bow at the campaign rally and gave a passionate speech to the crowd.

4. While we were at the rally, several speakers were getting on their soapbox and sharing their stories.

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