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Synonyms & Similar Words
defy
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Meaning of Disobey
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "disobey" means to refuse or fail to obey a person, rule, or law.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "disobey" as to refuse or neglect to obey someone or something, such as a command, law, or rule.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "disobey" as to not do what someone in authority has told you to do, or to not follow a rule or law.
Example Uses
- The student was sent to the principal's office for disobeying the teacher's instructions.
- The company was fined for disobeying environmental regulations.
- She disobeyed her parents and went to the party anyway.
- The court found the defendant guilty of disobeying a court order.
- The child was punished for disobeying his parents and playing with the forbidden toy.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
obey
comply
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regard
respect
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