disobedience
word
Definition
Disobedience means not following rules, orders, or instructions from someone in authority. It can happen at home, in school, at work, or in society.
Usage & Nuances
Usually formal or neutral. Commonly used in contexts with authority (parents, teachers, laws). Can describe actions or attitudes. Not as strong as 'rebellion'.
Spanish: desobedienciaPortuguese (BR): desobediênciaPortuguese (PT): desobediênciaChinese (Simplified): 不服从 - 不顺从Chinese (Traditional): 不服從 - 不順從Hindi: अवज्ञाArabic: العصيان
Example Sentences
His disobedience got him into trouble at school.
basic
The teacher punished him for disobedience.
basic
Disobedience to the rules is not allowed here.
basic
Acts of civil disobedience have changed history.
natural
Sometimes, a little disobedience can spark creativity.
natural
Her disobedience wasn’t out of anger, but because she wanted to understand why.
natural