defiance

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/dɪˈfaɪ(j)əns/ English

Definitions

noun

The feeling, or spirit of being defiant.
Open or bold resistance to or disregard for authority, opposition, or power.
A challenging attitude or behaviour; challenge.

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Synonyms

rebelliousness defiant flouting violation challenging resistance infringement insolence misdemeanour disobedience contempt scorn contravention suspicion disdain derision

Associated

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Rhymes

compliance appliance reliance noncompliance applied science cognitive science social science pseudoscience life science military science

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