insubordinate

[ˌɪnsəˈbɔːdɪnət]

insubordinate Definition

defiant of authority; disobedient to orders.

Using insubordinate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "insubordinate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The insubordinate employee was fired for refusing to follow company policies.

  • Example

    The soldiers were punished for their insubordinate behavior towards their commanding officer.

  • Example

    The student's insubordinate attitude towards the teacher resulted in detention.

  • Example

    The coach benched the insubordinate player for not following team rules.

insubordinate Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for insubordinate

Phrases with insubordinate

  • to behave in a way that shows disrespect or disobedience towards someone in authority

    Example

    The employee acted insubordinately by ignoring his boss's instructions.

  • behavior that shows disrespect or disobedience towards someone in authority

    Example

    The soldier was disciplined for his insubordinate conduct towards his commanding officer.

  • an employee who shows disrespect or disobedience towards their employer or supervisor

    Example

    The insubordinate employee was given a warning for his behavior.

Origins of insubordinate

from Latin 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'subordinare' meaning 'to place in a lower order'

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Summary: insubordinate in Brief

The term 'insubordinate' [ˌɪnsəˈbɔːdɪnət] describes behavior that is defiant of authority and disobedient to orders. It is often used to describe employees, soldiers, or students who refuse to follow rules or instructions. Synonyms include 'disobedient,' 'rebellious,' and 'mutinous.'

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