1. The act or state of refusing to obey orders or authority; disobedience or defiance of hierarchical command
The soldier was court-martialed for insubordination.
O soldado foi processado por insubordinação.
2. Rebellious or defiant behavior against established rules, laws, or social norms
Her insubordination in the workplace led to her dismissal.
Sua insubordinação no trabalho resultou em sua demissão.