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INSUBORDINATE

(adj., adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Insubordinate.

Insubordinate - as an adjective

Not submissive to authority

Example: "A history of insubordinate behavior"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
subordinate14

Insubordinate - as an adjective satellite

Disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
resistant9resistive12

Insubordinate - as a noun

A person who defies authority.

Example Sentences

"He was fired for being insubordinate to his supervisor."
"The student was punished for his insubordinate behavior towards the teacher."
"The insubordinate employee refused to follow orders."
"The soldier was disciplined for his insubordinate actions during training."
"Her insubordinate attitude caused tension in the workplace."
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Word Game Points

Is INSUBORDINATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insubordinate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSUBORDINATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is INSUBORDINATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insubordinate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSUBORDINATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is INSUBORDINATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insubordinate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSUBORDINATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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