disobeyed (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˌdɪsəˈbeɪ/
Definition
To refuse to follow commands, rules, or instructions given by someone in authority.
Examples
The child was punished for trying to disobey her parents' clear instructions.
Soldiers who disobey orders during wartime can face severe penalties.
It is dangerous to disobey traffic laws, especially when driving at high speeds.
How to Use disobeyed
- disobey a command/order (collocation)
- To refuse to follow a specific instruction or directive. — "The soldier chose to disobey a direct command from his superior officer."
- disobey the law/rules (collocation)
- To act in violation of established legal or regulatory guidelines. — "Citizens who consistently disobey the law will face legal consequences."
- disobey authority (collocation)
- To refuse to submit to the power or control of a person or institution. — "Some teenagers go through a phase where they frequently disobey authority figures."
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