insubordination

Meanings

• noun

  The act of refusing to obey orders or authority, especially by subordinates.

  - "Employees showed insubordination by striking against management's orders."
  - "The soldier's insubordination led to disciplinary action."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with insubordination
refrainination , obstination , frustration

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Variants

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insubordinate , insubordinately , insubordinates , insubordination , insubordinations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'subordinatus', meaning 'arranged under' or 'placed under obedience'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'insubordination' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. In military contexts, insubordination can lead to severe consequences, including court-martial and even the death penalty.

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Related Concepts

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1. rebellion: The act of revolting against authority or control.

2. disobedience: The act of refusing to obey a command or law.

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Culture

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In literature, insubordination is often portrayed as a form of rebellion against authority. In art, it can be depicted as a symbol of defiance or nonconformity. In music, there are songs that celebrate insubordination as a means of expressing individuality.

How to Memorize "insubordination"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a subordinate refusing to follow orders, standing up for themselves and defying their superior.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the image of a rebellious soldier or a disobedient employee.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the Latin origin of the word: 'arranged under obedience'.

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