a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm

[ Syn: mass meeting ]

the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort; he singled to start a rally in the 9th inning; he feared the rallying of their troops for a counterattack

[ Syn: rallying ]

a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness

an automobile race run over public roads

(sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes; after a short rally Connors won the point

[ Syn: exchange ]

gather; drum up support

[ Syn: beat up , drum up ]

call to arms; of military personnel

[ Syn: call up , mobilize , mobilise ]

gather or bring together; muster the courage to do something; she rallied her intellect; Summon all your courage

[ Syn: muster , summon , come up , muster up ]

return to a former condition; The jilted lover soon rallied and found new friends; The stock market rallied

[ Syn: rebound ]

harass with persistent criticism or carping; The children teased the new teacher; Dont ride me so hard over my failure; His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie

[ Syn: tease , razz , rag , cod , tantalize , tantalise , bait , taunt , twit , ride ]