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Insubordinate

Definition

(formal) Refusing to obey authority or rules; disobedient and challenging the power of those in charge.

Example Sentences

1The insubordinate employee was fired for consistently disregarding company policies and disrespecting his superiors.
2Was the student's behavior in class insubordinate, or was she simply expressing a legitimate concern?
3The new manager struggled to manage the insubordinate team, who were resistant to change and skeptical of her leadership.
4Insubordinate behavior can be a serious offense in the military, where discipline and obedience are paramount.
5The artist's insubordinate attitude towards traditional techniques and conventions led to the creation of innovative and groundbreaking works.

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