Mutiny

Noun

Definition: An open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers.

Synonyms: Rebellion, Uprising, Revolt

Antonyms: Obedience, Loyalty

Examples:

The mutiny resulted in the overthrow of the captain.
The sailors were punished for their involvement in the mutiny.

Mnemonics:

Mutiny involves a group rebelling against authority, just as mutiny sounds like "mutinous" which means rebellious.

Verb

Definition: To rebel against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers.

Synonyms: Rebel, Revolt, Rise up

Antonyms: Obey, Follow, Comply

Examples:

The soldiers threatened to mutiny if their demands were not met.
The sailors mutinied against their harsh working conditions.

Mnemonics:

Mutiny as a verb is similar to "mute" which means to silence or disregard authority.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late 16th century from obsolete Italian 'motino' (diminutive of 'moto' 'commotion from Latin 'motus' 'a movement') through French 'mutin'.

Historical Usage:

The word "mutiny" originated in Italian and made its way into English through French. The term has been historically used to describe acts of rebellion by military personnel and sailors.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Start a mutiny"

Explanation:

To instigate or initiate a rebellion or uprising against authority.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing mutiny with a protest or demonstration.

Explanation:

Mutiny specifically refers to a rebellion against the proper authorities, usually within a military or naval context, whereas a protest or demonstration can encompass a wider range of movements and motivations. Mutiny involves a more organized and concerted effort to overthrow authority figures.