mutinously
gb/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/ us/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
C2
English
lázongva, dacosan
C2
LITERARY
1
lázongva
C1
Usage pattern:
[someone/a group] [speak/act/move] mutinously
The crew murmured mutinously as the captain announced another week at sea.
A legénység lázongva zúgolódott, amikor a kapitány bejelentette, hogy még egy hétig tengeren lesznek.
The soldiers talked mutinously in the barracks after the pay was delayed.
A katonák lázongva beszélgettek a laktanyában, miután késett a zsold.
They stood mutinously in formation, refusing to carry out the command.
Learner examples
The crew spoke mutinously to the captain.
A legénység lázongva beszélt a kapitánnyal.
The soldiers mutinously refused the order.
A katonák lázongva tagadták meg a parancs teljesítését.
Common mistake:
Often confused with unrelated adverbs like “mutually” because of similar spelling.
Meaning
in open revolt against authority
Collocations
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
Synonyms
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.)
Antonyms
obediently (In a way that follows orders or authority.)
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submissively (In a way that yields or gives in to authority.)
Themes
military
|conflict
|authority
Definition
In a way that shows a group is refusing to obey its leaders.
In a way that shows mutiny, especially by a group (such as soldiers or a ship’s crew) refusing to obey lawful authority or orders.
C2
LITERARY
2
dacosan
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] [look/stare/respond/sit] mutinously
She crossed her arms and stared mutinously at the teacher.
Összefonta a karját, és dacosan nézett a tanárra.
He answered mutinously, as if every rule were an insult.
Dacosan válaszolt, mintha minden szabály sértés volna.
The child sat mutinously in the back seat, refusing to buckle up.
Learner examples
He looked mutinously at his boss.
Dacosan nézett a főnökére.
She replied mutinously.
Dacosan válaszolt.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse it for any anger; it specifically suggests defiance against authority or control.
Meaning
in a defiant, insubordinate way
Collocations
stare mutinously
|glare mutinously
|look mutinously
|sit mutinously
|fold arms mutinously
|respond mutinously
|mutinously silent
|mutinously sulky
|mutinously resentful
|mutinously defiant
Synonyms
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.)
Antonyms
compliantly (Willingly doing what is asked or required.)
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respectfully (Showing regard for authority rather than resisting it.)
Themes
authority
|emotions
Definition
In a defiant way, like you won’t obey.
In a way that shows strong, often sullen defiance toward rules or authority, without necessarily involving an organized mutiny.
Grammar
Dictionary form
mutinously
IPA
GB/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
US/mjˈutɪnˈɔsli/
Syllables & stress
mutin - ously (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (mutin)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: mutinously
- Plural: mutinouslies
Word family
Expressions
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