Disobedience Definition & Meaning

disobedience
noun
  1. the failure to obey
  2. the trait of being unwilling to obey

"Disobedience" in song lyrics

See how disobedience is used in real songs:

  • "Wait, I need more ingredients, so I look for the seeds of disobedience"
    Cilvaringz f/ Dorona Alberti *, Killah Priest, Masta Killa, — In the Name of Allah
  • "Warning of the recompense of God from disobedience"
    Grits — Soundcheck
  • "thoreau s essay on civil disobedience"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "disobedience"

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