The term "the resistance" refers to a group of individuals who are actively opposing a dominant force, be it a political regime or a social norm. Synonyms for this phrase include "the opposition," "the rebellion," "the insurrection," "the uprising," "the dissent," and "the counter-movement." Each of these synonyms highlights a different aspect of resistance, whether it be the challenge to the status quo (the rebellion), the coordinated effort to overcome obstacles (the insurrection), or the political or ideological disagreement (the dissent). Regardless of which synonym is used, all point to the belief that power structures must be challenged in order to bring about meaningful change.