defiance synonyms

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[ US /dɪˈfaɪəns/ ]
[ UK /dɪfˈa‍ɪ‍əns/ ]

Synonyms

The disposition boldly to defy or resist authority or an opposing force

despite resist contempt recalcitrance recalcitrancy contumacy

Behavior or an act that is intentionally provocative

attack challenge provocation

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