noun · Hard SAT word

    Insubordination

    disobedience; defiance of authority

    Insubordination in a sentence

    The soldier was court-martialed for insubordination against his commanding officer.

    Synonyms for insubordination

    • disobedience
    • defiance
    • rebellion

    Antonyms for insubordination

    • obedience
    • submission
    • compliance

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