mutiny

Definitions

An open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers.

Refusal to obey the orders of a person in authority.

Examples

The crew staged a mutiny against the captain after weeks of poor rations and harsh conditions.

The sudden mutiny among the soldiers forced the general to surrender his command.

Synonyms

rebellion insurrection revolt uprising sedition insubordination riot

Antonyms

obedience submission compliance loyalty allegiance subservience acquiescence