Engelsk

mutinously

gb/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/ us/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
C2 Engelsk
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adverb literary C2 property
1

in open revolt against authority

In a way that shows a group is refusing to obey its leaders.

Brugsmønster: [someone/a group] [speak/act/move] mutinously
Typisk fejl:
Often confused with unrelated adverbs like “mutually” because of similar spelling.
Synonymer
rebelliously (General word for resisting authority; not limited to mutiny contexts.) | insubordinately (Emphasizes disobeying orders, often in workplaces or the military.) | defiantly (Focuses on bold resistance, not necessarily collective mutiny.)
Antonymer
obediently (In a way that follows orders or authority.) | submissively (In a way that yields or gives in to authority.)
Ordforbindelser
talk mutinously |murmur mutinously |grumble mutinously |shout mutinously |protest mutinously |the crew mutinously |the troops mutinously |a mutinously angry crew |mutinously refuse |mutinously reject orders
Temaer
military |conflict |authority
Eksempler
  • The crew murmured mutinously as the captain announced another week at sea.
  • The soldiers talked mutinously in the barracks after the pay was delayed.
  • They stood mutinously in formation, refusing to carry out the command.
Læringseksempler
  • The crew spoke mutinously to the captain.
  • The soldiers mutinously refused the order.
adverb literary C2 property
2

in a defiant, insubordinate way

In a defiant way, like you won’t obey.

Brugsmønster: [someone] [look/stare/respond/sit] mutinously
Typisk fejl:
Learners may overuse it for any anger; it specifically suggests defiance against authority or control.
Synonymer
defiantly (More common and neutral; less specific to “mutiny” imagery.) | sullenly (Highlights moody resistance rather than active opposition.) | belligerently (Suggests aggressive hostility, not just refusal to comply.)
Antonymer
compliantly (Willingly doing what is asked or required.) | respectfully (Showing regard for authority rather than resisting it.)
Ordforbindelser
stare mutinously |glare mutinously |look mutinously |sit mutinously |fold arms mutinously |respond mutinously |mutinously silent |mutinously sulky |mutinously resentful |mutinously defiant
Temaer
authority |emotions
Eksempler
  • She crossed her arms and stared mutinously at the teacher.
  • He answered mutinously, as if every rule were an insult.
  • The child sat mutinously in the back seat, refusing to buckle up.
Læringseksempler
  • He looked mutinously at his boss.
  • She replied mutinously.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
mutinously
IPA
GB/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
US/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
Stavelser og tryk
mutin - ously (2 stavelser)
Stress on 1st syllable (mutin)
Ordformer
Noun
  • Base: mutinously
  • Plural: mutinouslies
Ordfamilie
Forms
mutinouslies noun
Core family
mutiny noun C1 mutinous adjective C1
Related words
mutineer noun
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