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Defiance
01
a behavior in which one disobeys someone or something in a bold manner
02
a hostile challenge
03
the act of opposing or fighting against someone or something that is in a position of power
Example
He was labeled as a rebel for his defiance of authority.
The oppressive ruler ordered the guards to welt the captured rebels for defiance.
The villagers would cringe before the oppressive ruler, fearing the consequences of defiance.
The teenager's brazen disregard for curfew angered his parents, who were shocked by his bold defiance.
The authoritarian coach threatened to strap any player who showed disrespect or defiance during practice.
