disobedient
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for disobedient, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Refusing or failing to obey rules or instructions.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use disobedient
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
disobedient child
disobedient dog
Etymology
From Old French desobedient, built from dis- + obedient.
Full origin of disobedient →Frequently asked questions
What does “disobedient” mean?
The word “disobedient” means refusing or failing to obey rules or instructions. In plain terms, not following orders or rules — the opposite of obedient.
How do you pronounce “disobedient”?
“Disobedient” is pronounced dihs-uh-BEE-deernt (/dɪs.əˈbiː.dɪənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “disobedient” in a sentence?
Here is “disobedient” used in a sentence: “The puppy was cute but wildly disobedient during training.”
What part of speech is “disobedient”?
“Disobedient” is an adjective.
Where does the word “disobedient” come from?
The word “disobedient” comes from Old French. From Old French desobedient, built from dis- + obedient.
