Mutineers are people who rebel against authority, particularly on a ship or boat. There are a variety of synonyms for mutineers such as insurgents, rebels, dissidents, revolutionaries, insurrectionists and agitators. These words all suggest a group of people who have challenged or resisted established authority. Mutineers can be motivated by a variety of reasons, including mistreatment, neglect or abuse. While the word mutineer has some negative connotations, it is important to recognize that some rebellions have been motivated by valid concerns. Other synonyms for mutineers can include traitors, renegades, and defectors, which suggest a more negative or disloyal perspective.