mutinous
What does "mutinous" mean?
The word "mutinous" describes someone who is actively rebelling against authority, typically in a military or ship-based context. The mental image is one of a crew turning against their captain, refusing orders, and taking control by force. While it is rooted in maritime history, it is now used metaphorically to describe any group that is becoming insubordinate or difficult to manage. It carries a sense of organized defiance rather than simple complaining, implying that the rules are being openly challenged.
"mutinous" in conversation
Office conflict
The team is acting mutinous about these new hours.
The team is acting mutinous about these new hours.
I know, half of them threatened to walk out today.
I know, half of them threatened to walk out today.
Used metaphorically to describe a rebellious office team.
Historical fiction
Lower your weapons! This is mutinous behavior!
Lower your weapons! This is mutinous behavior!
The crew has had enough of your poor leadership.
The crew has had enough of your poor leadership.
Used in its traditional, literal sense of a naval uprising.
"mutinous" in a sentence
The sailors grew mutinous when the food ran out.
The sailors grew mutinous when the food ran out.
She faced a mutinous crowd after announcing the budget cuts.
She faced a mutinous crowd after announcing the budget cuts.
The mutinous faction within the party sought to overthrow the long-standing leadership.
The mutinous faction within the party sought to overthrow the long-standing leadership.
