1. fails or refuses to follow orders, rules, or instructions
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘disobey’

Examples

• The child disobeys his parents when they tell him to clean his room.
• She disobeys the speed limit every day on her way to work.
• Anyone who disobeys the safety rules will be asked to leave.
• The dog disobeys commands when it gets excited.
• He never disobeys his coach’s instructions during practice.
• The student disobeys the dress code by wearing inappropriate clothing.