Definition

The act of not following rules or instructions given by someone in authority.

Example

His disobedience led to serious consequences at school.

Conversation

I can’t believe how much disobedience there is in schools these days.

Yeah, it seems like kids are just ignoring rules totally.

It's frustrating because it affects everyone, not just them.

Exactly! We need to find a way to encourage better behavior.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disobedience → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "obedience" (from Latin "obedientia", meaning compliance or submission). The word describes the state of being apart from or not complying with authority or rules.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dis-' meaning apart and 'obedience' meaning compliance — disobedience is when someone is not complying with rules or authority.

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