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Insurbordination

Definition:

Insurbordination (noun): defiance or refusal to obey authority; the act of disobeying orders or rules.

Senses:

1. Defiance - Open resistance; refusing to submit.
2. Refusal - The act of saying no to authority.

Usage:

Insubordination can occur in various scenarios, such as in schools, workplaces, or military settings. It refers to the act of deliberately disobeying orders, showing defiance towards superiors, or refusing to follow established rules.

Sample Sentences:

1. Despite receiving multiple warnings, the employee's repeated insubordination led to his eventual dismissal.
2. During the training session, one student's insubordination disrupted the entire class.
3. The general had no tolerance for any form of insubordination within his troops.
4. As a teacher, it is essential to address instances of insubordination in order to maintain a respectful classroom environment.

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