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mutiny

/ˈmjuːtəni/
mu · ti · ny ˈmjuː · tə · ni
English Definition
n. rebellion against authority
中文释义
叛乱，反叛
Significado en Español
motín, rebelión
한국어 뜻
반란, 폭동
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
cuộc nổi loạn, binh biến
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Example Sentence

The sailors staged a mutiny.

水手发动了叛乱。

Synonyms
revolt rebellion
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
mutin(react against)+y(noun)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the historical novel, the ship“s crew decided to stage a mutiny against the captain due to his harsh leadership. Which word is a synonym for ”mutiny'' as used in this context?

  1. A Revolt
  2. B Celebration
  3. C Obedience
  4. D Loyalty
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A — Revolt. “mutiny” means n. rebellion against authority

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The harsh captain's cruelty finally sparked a ______ among the sailors.

  1. A mutiny
  2. B loyalty
  3. C obedience
  4. D truce
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A — mutiny. “mutiny” means n. rebellion against authority

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Common questions about “mutiny”

What does “mutiny” mean?

mutiny — n. rebellion against authority. In Chinese: 叛乱，反叛.

How do you pronounce “mutiny”?

mutiny is pronounced /ˈmjuːtəni/. It breaks into 3 syllables: mu · ti · ny.

How do you use “mutiny” in a sentence?

The sailors staged a mutiny. (水手发动了叛乱。)

What are synonyms for “mutiny”?

revolt, rebellion — all close in meaning to mutiny (n. rebellion against authority).

Is “mutiny” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. mutiny appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers nearly 700 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “mutiny”?

mutin(react against)+y(noun)

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