Insubordinate (adjective)

  1. Not obedient or respectful towards an authority figure or superior.
  2. Disobedient or rebellious towards authority.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin insubordinatus, from in- 'not' + subordinatus 'subordinate'. the current sense of the word dates from the late 16th century.

Examples:

  1. The insubordinate behavior of the soldier was punished with a court-martial.
  2. The insubordinate employee was disciplined for refusing to follow company policy.
  3. Insubordinate students can cause problems in the classroom.
  4. Insubordinate behavior is not tolerated in a disciplined military unit.
  5. An insubordinate attitude can lead to consequences at work or in school.
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