Unruly ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Unruly ( adjective )

1. Difficult to control or manage; disobedient.
2. Not conforming to the usual rules or standards of behavior.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from un-1 + ruly.

Examples:

1. The unruly crowd disrupted the event.
2. He had trouble controlling his unruly children.
3. An unruly class of students.
4. The unruly hair made her look wild.
5. The waves were unruly, making it difficult for the surfer.

(As a verb)

Unruly ( verb )

1. Difficult to control or manage; disobedient.
2. Not conforming to the usual rules or standards of behavior.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from un-1 + ruly.

Examples:

1. The unruly crowd disrupted the event.
2. He had trouble controlling his unruly children.
3. An unruly class of students.
4. The unruly hair made her look wild.
5. The waves were unruly, making it difficult for the surfer.