Pronunciation: /ˌmjuː.təˈnɪr/

Definitions of mutineer

noun a person who takes part in a mutiny, typically a member of a crew or armed force

Example Sentences

A1 The mutineer was punished for rebelling against the captain.

A2 The mutineer led a group of sailors in taking over the ship.

B1 The mutineer's actions caused chaos among the crew members.

B2 The mutineer was eventually captured and brought to trial for his crimes.

C1 The mutineer's motives for starting the rebellion were complex and nuanced.

C2 The mutineer's legacy continued to be debated among historians for years to come.

adjective relating to or characteristic of a mutineer

Example Sentences

A1 The mutineer sailors refused to follow orders.

A2 The mutineer crew members staged a rebellion against the captain.

B1 The mutineer soldiers were arrested for their disobedience.

B2 The mutineer leader incited the group to revolt against the government.

C1 The mutineer faction posed a serious threat to national security.

C2 The mutineer plot was uncovered before it could be carried out.

Examples of mutineer in a Sentence

formal The mutineer was swiftly brought to justice for his actions against the captain.

informal The mutineer thought he could take over the ship, but he was wrong.

slang That mutineer is trouble, better stay away from him.

figurative In a way, the CEO was seen as a mutineer for going against the traditional business practices.

Grammatical Forms of mutineer

past tense

mutinied

plural

mutineers

comparative

more mutinous

superlative

most mutinous

present tense

mutineer

future tense

will mutineer

perfect tense

has mutinied

continuous tense

is mutineering

singular

mutineer

positive degree

mutineer

infinitive

to mutiny

gerund

mutineering

participle

mutineering

Origin and Evolution of mutineer

First Known Use: 1600 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'mutineer' originated from the Latin word 'mutinarius' which means 'rebellious'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'mutineer' has come to specifically refer to a person who leads or participates in a mutiny, a rebellion against authority, especially in a military context.