The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 18 letter word ANTI-ESTABLISHMENT
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The straight part
We know that "Rebellious" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rebellious = anti-establishment.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ANTI-ESTABLISHMENT mean?
ANTI-ESTABLISHMENT adjective- Opposed to the existing sociopolitical system (the establishment).