Meaning & Definition of word "Insubordinate"
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Insubordinate
/ˌɪn.səˈbɔːr.dɪ.nət/
adjective:
- 1. Disobedient to authority; defiant.
- Example: The insubordinate employee was reprimanded for ignoring his manager's instructions.
- 2. Not submitting to authority; refusing to obey orders.
- Example: The captain deemed the soldier insubordinate after he failed to follow the command.
- 3. Characterized by a lack of respect for authority.
- Example: Her insubordinate behavior in the meeting surprised everyone present.
Etymology
From Latin insubordinatus, meaning 'not subordinate.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
insubordinate behavior:
actions that show a lack of respect for authority.
insubordinate remarks:
comments that challenge or disregard authority.
Related Words
subordinate:
lower in rank or position.
authority:
the power or right to give orders and enforce rules.
Slang Meanings of insubordinate
Meaning: rule-breaker
Example Sentence: That kid is such a rule-breaker, always being insubordinate at school.
Meaning: rebel
Example Sentence: He's a rebel who never listens to insubordinate rules.