mutiny
noun
mu·ti·ny
| \ ˈmyü-tə-nē
, ˈmyüt-nē\
, ˈmyüt-nē\
plural mutinies
Definition of mutiny
(Entry 1 of 2)
2
: forcible or passive resistance to lawful authority
especially
: concerted (see concerted sense 1) revolt (as of a naval crew) against discipline or a superior officer
The sailors staged a mutiny and took control of the ship.