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Unruliness

usgb/ʌnˈruːlinəs/Volume
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Behavioral ContextPlay
Used to describe actions that show a lack of discipline or order, especially in groups or children. SlideThe children's unruliness during the trip made it difficult for the guides.
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Negative UndertonePlay
Carries a negative connotation implying that the behavior is undesirable and troublesome. SlideThe manager expressed concern over the unruliness displayed by the new team.
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Common in EducationPlay
Frequently used in educational settings to refer to students who ignore rules or instructions. SlideAs a substitute teacher, Mr. Jones was unprepared for the unruliness of the fourth graders.