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de·fi·ance
 defiance
- pronunciation:
- dih
faI
 ns
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
resistance against authority; insubordination; rebellion.
- antonyms:
- compliance, obedience, submission
- similar words:
- revolt
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| definition 2: |
contempt or disregard for some danger or opposing force.
He rushed out to fight in defiance of the risk. |
| definition 3: |
a provocation or challenge for combat.
The ape screamed defiance. |
| related words: |
challenge, opposition |
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