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 ]
rally (n.)
gather; drum up support
call to arms; of military personnel
gather or bring together; muster the courage to do something; she rallied her intellect; Summon all your courage
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 ]