mutinously
gb/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/ us/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
C2
Englisch
Bedeutungen
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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.
Verwendungsmuster:
[someone/a group] [speak/act/move] mutinously
Häufiger Fehler:
Often confused with unrelated adverbs like “mutually” because of similar spelling.
Synonyme
rebelliously (General word for resisting authority; not limited to mutiny contexts.)
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insubordinately (Emphasizes disobeying orders, often in workplaces or the military.)
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defiantly (Focuses on bold resistance, not necessarily collective mutiny.)
Antonyme
obediently (In a way that follows orders or authority.)
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submissively (In a way that yields or gives in to authority.)
Wortverbindungen
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
Themen
military
|conflict
|authority
Beispiele
- 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.
Beispiele für Lernende
- 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.
Verwendungsmuster:
[someone] [look/stare/respond/sit] mutinously
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners may overuse it for any anger; it specifically suggests defiance against authority or control.
Synonyme
defiantly (More common and neutral; less specific to “mutiny” imagery.)
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sullenly (Highlights moody resistance rather than active opposition.)
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belligerently (Suggests aggressive hostility, not just refusal to comply.)
Antonyme
compliantly (Willingly doing what is asked or required.)
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respectfully (Showing regard for authority rather than resisting it.)
Wortverbindungen
stare mutinously
|glare mutinously
|look mutinously
|sit mutinously
|fold arms mutinously
|respond mutinously
|mutinously silent
|mutinously sulky
|mutinously resentful
|mutinously defiant
Themen
authority
|emotions
Beispiele
- 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.
Beispiele für Lernende
- He looked mutinously at his boss.
- She replied mutinously.
Grammatik
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