No. 9,632 in French
désobéissance
Disobedience.
In a sentence
La désobéissance des enfants peut parfois être un signe de créativité.
Children's disobedience can sometimes be a sign of creativity.
The word 'désobéissance' refers to the act of defying authority or rules, and in this sentence, it is used in the context of children's actions which might suggest imaginative behavior.
Il a été puni pour sa désobéissance aux règles de l'école.
He was punished for his disobedience to the school rules.
In this sentence, 'désobéissance' is described as not adhering to school regulations, showcasing the consequences of contrasting behavior with established norms.
La désobéissance civile est une forme de protestation pacifique.
Civil disobedience is a form of peaceful protest.
Here, 'désobéissance' is used in the socio-political context, indicating a deliberate and collective non-compliance with laws considered unjust as a form of activism.
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