Mutinied Meaning and Definition
Mutinied
Pronunciation
/ˈmjuːtɪnaɪd/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A collective noun for a group of individuals who have openly rebelled against their authority or superior, often resulting in a breakdown of order or discipline.
Etymology
From Latin “mutinari”, to become insolent, from “mute” (silent) and “inari” (to be inward).
Usage Notes
The term “Mutinied” is often used to describe a sudden and unanimous defiance of authority, as in a military unit or a group of people.
Cultural References
In literature, the term “Mutinied” is often used to describe a scene of chaos and upheaval, as in William Shakespeare’s play “Henry IV, Part 1”.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- “The Mutinied” – a description of a group of rebellious individuals.
Related Words or Phrases
- Rebellion
- Uprising
- Insurrection
Collocations
- “The Mutinied broke out in the ship”
Frequency of Use
The term “Mutinied” is often used in historical and literary contexts, but less commonly in modern everyday language.
Common Misspellings
- Mutined
- Mutining