Insubordinate
(adjective)
- Not obedient or respectful towards an authority figure or superior.
- 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:
- The insubordinate behavior of the soldier was punished with a court-martial.
- The insubordinate employee was disciplined for refusing to follow company policy.
- Insubordinate students can cause problems in the classroom.
- Insubordinate behavior is not tolerated in a disciplined military unit.
- An insubordinate attitude can lead to consequences at work or in school.