Disobediance vs. Disobedience: What's the Difference?

Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 27, 2023
The incorrect spelling is "disobediance," while the correct spelling is "disobedience." Disobedience is a noun that refers to the act of defying authority or rules.

Which is correct: Disobediance or Disobedience
How to spell Disobedience?

Disobediance is Incorrect

Disobedience is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember that "disobedience" follows the standard "i-e" rule in English spelling.

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
Keep in mind that the root word is "obey," which doesn't have an 'a'.

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
Think of the suffix "-ence," common in nouns like "resilience" and "evidence."

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
Disobey-ence: connect "disobey" and the suffix "-ence."

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
Recall that it has the word "obedient" in it, just with "dis-" as a prefix.

Harlon Moss
Oct 27, 2023
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Disobediance and Disobedience Definitions
Disobedience
Disobedience can imply a deliberate act of defiance.
He was arrested for civil disobedience.

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Sep 15, 2023
Disobedience
Disobedience is the act of refusing to obey authority figures.
His disobedience got him in trouble at school.

Janet White
Sep 15, 2023
Disobedience
In a social context, disobedience often means resisting social norms or rules.
Her disobedience was a form of protest.

Aimie Carlson
Sep 15, 2023
Disobedience
It may also refer to noncompliance with religious or moral law.
The priest spoke about the evils of disobedience.

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Sep 15, 2023
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Disobedience
Disobedience can also mean a failure to follow orders or guidelines.
The soldier was disciplined for disobedience.

Janet White
Sep 15, 2023
Disobedience
Refusal to obey.
The teacher complained of the child's disobedience.

Sawaira Riaz
Sep 13, 2023
Disobedience
Neglect or refusal to obey; violation of a command or prohibition.
He is undutiful to him other actions, and lives in open disobedience.

Sawaira Riaz
Sep 13, 2023
FAQs
Which vowel is used before disobedience?
There is no specific vowel always used before "disobedience."

Aimie Carlson
Oct 27, 2023
Why is it called disobedience?
The term combines the prefix "dis-" meaning "not" with the root word "obey," forming a noun with "-ence."

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
What is the singular form of disobedience?
"Disobedience" is already singular.

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Oct 27, 2023
Which preposition is used with disobedience?
"To," "of," "against," and "in" can be used, depending on the context.

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Oct 27, 2023
Which conjunction is used with disobedience?
"And," "or," and "but" can be used with "disobedience."

Sara Rehman
Oct 27, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in disobedience?
The third syllable, "be," is stressed.

Aimie Carlson
Oct 27, 2023
Which article is used with disobedience?
"A" or "the" can be used, depending on context.

Janet White
Oct 27, 2023
How is disobedience used in a sentence?
"His act of disobedience resulted in a stern warning from the authorities."

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
Which determiner is used with disobedience?
"The," "a," "some," "this," "that," depending on the context.

Sawaira Riaz
Oct 27, 2023
Is disobedience a countable noun?
Technically, yes, though it is rarely used in plural form.

Harlon Moss
Oct 27, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.

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