mutinous
pronunciation
How to pronounce mutinous in British English: UK [ˈmju:tənəs]
How to pronounce mutinous in American English: US [ˈmjutnəs]
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- Adjective:
- disposed to or in a state of mutiny
- consisting of or characterized by or inciting to mutiny
Word Origin
- mutinous (adj.)
- 1570s, from mutine (see mutiny) + -ous. Related: Mutinously; mutinousness.
Example
- 1. Amnesty international called for the release of the prime minister and two other ministers thought to be held by mutinous soldiers at a military base .