Disobedient: meaning, definitions and examples
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disobedient
[ ˌdɪs.əˈbiː.di.ənt ]
behavior
Failing or refusing to obey rules or someone in authority.
Synonyms
defiant, insubordinate, rebellious, unruly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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disobedient |
This word is used when someone does not follow rules, instructions, or commands.
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defiant |
This word describes a person or behavior that openly resists authority or norms, showing a bold refusal.
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rebellious |
This word is used when someone opposes authority or control, often in a broader sense, including societal or familial rebellion.
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insubordinate |
This term is typically used in a workplace or military setting to describe someone who refuses to follow the orders or directives of a superior.
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unruly |
This word describes someone or behavior that is difficult to control or manage, often associated with noisiness or disorder.
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Examples of usage
- He was punished for his disobedient behavior in class.
- The disobedient child refused to listen to his parents.
- She was known for being disobedient and rebellious.
pet
Not doing what someone or something is told to do.
Synonyms
disruptive, mischievous, naughty, wayward.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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disobedient |
Used to describe someone who does not follow rules or instructions.
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disruptive |
Used to describe actions or behaviors that interrupt or disturb an event, activity, or process.
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naughty |
Often used to describe children who behave badly or do not follow rules, typically in a light-hearted or affectionate way.
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mischievous |
Used to describe someone who enjoys causing trouble in a playful or harmless way.
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wayward |
Used to describe someone who is difficult to control because they behave in unpredictable or independent ways, often with a hint of rebellion.
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Examples of usage
- The disobedient dog kept running away from its owner.
- The cat was disobedient and scratched the furniture.
Translations
Translations of the word "disobedient" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desobediente
🇮🇳 आज्ञा न मानने वाला
🇩🇪 ungehorsam
🇮🇩 tidak patuh
🇺🇦 непокірний
🇵🇱 nieposłuszny
🇯🇵 反抗的な
🇫🇷 désobéissant
🇪🇸 desobediente
🇹🇷 itaatsiz
🇰🇷 반항적인
🇸🇦 عاص
🇨🇿 neposlušný
🇸🇰 neposlušný
🇨🇳 不服从的
🇸🇮 neposlušen
🇮🇸 óhlýðinn
🇰🇿 тіл алмайтын
🇬🇪 უთანხმო
🇦🇿 itaətsiz
🇲🇽 desobediente
Etymology
The word 'disobedient' originates from the combination of the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of', and the word 'obedient' which comes from the Latin word 'obedientem' meaning 'obeying, compliant'. The concept of disobedience has been present throughout history as individuals have challenged authority or rules for various reasons.
See also: disobediently.