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mutinous

/ˈmjuː.tɪ.nəs/
mu · ti · nous
Adverb:mutinously
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1

Inclined to or engaging in open rebellion against constituted authority, especially by sailors or soldiers against their commanding officers.

Example

"The captain locked himself in his cabin as the mutinous crew took control of the vessel."

2

Willfully stubborn, defiant, or difficult to control; expressing strong resistance to rules or expectations.

Example

"The teenagers exchanged mutinous glances when the teacher announced an unscheduled quiz before the holiday break."

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mutilation
mutilator
mutineer
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mutisia

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-16th century from the noun 'mutiny', which stems from Middle French 'mutin' (rebellious) and Old French 'muete' (an uprising), ultimately tracing back to the Latin verb 'movere' (to move).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mutinous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mutinous
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