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defiance

/dɪˈfaɪ(j)əns/ · noun

Meaning

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

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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