insubordination
1 synonym and 1 antonym for insubordination, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Deliberate refusal to obey someone in authority, especially a supervisor or officer.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
How to use insubordination
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
charged with insubordination
act of insubordination
Common in formal workplace and military contexts.
Etymology
From in- ("not") + subordination, modeled on French insubordination.
Full origin of insubordination →Frequently asked questions
What does “insubordination” mean?
The word “insubordination” means deliberate refusal to obey someone in authority, especially a supervisor or officer. In plain terms, the act of defying or disobeying an authority figure.
How do you use “insubordination” in a sentence?
Here is “insubordination” used in a sentence: “He was fired for insubordination after ignoring direct orders.”
What part of speech is “insubordination”?
“Insubordination” is a noun.
Where does the word “insubordination” come from?
The word “insubordination” comes from French. From in- ("not") + subordination, modeled on French insubordination.
