Disobeyer

/ˌdɪsoʊˈbeɪər/ noun

Definition

A person who disobeys or refuses to follow orders and rules.

Etymology

From dis- + obey + -er (agent noun suffix). Formed to denote one who performs the action of disobeying.

Kelly Says

This word captures something interesting—a 'disobeyer' is often someone with agency and conscience, not just someone who accidentally breaks a rule.

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