insubordination
/ɪnsʌbɒrdɪˈneɪʃən/ · in.sub.or.di.na.tion
noun
- The quality or state of being insubordinate; disobedience to lawful authority. The company fired the employee for his insubordination, which had been a recurring problem.
- Specifically, an employee's failure or refusal to comply with a request or an assignment given by his/her supervisor. The manager addressed the employee's insubordination during the performance review, emphasizing the importance of following instructions.
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Did you know? The term 'insubordination' has been used in various contexts, including military and workplace settings, to describe a range of behaviors, from minor infractions to serious acts of disobedience.