disobedient (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌdɪs.əˈbiː.di.ənt/

Definition

Refusing to obey rules, laws, or instructions.

Examples

• The disobedient dog refused to come when called.

• He was a disobedient child who often got into trouble.

• The company faced fines for disobedient practices regarding environmental regulations.

How to Use disobedient

disobedient to (prepositional phrase)

Refusing to obey a particular person or rule. — "The students were disobedient to the school's dress code."

Synonyms of disobedient

Words with a similar meaning to disobedient:

• naughty
• rebellious
• insubordinate
• defiant

Antonyms of disobedient

Words with the opposite meaning to disobedient:

• obedient
• compliant

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