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defiance
noun de·fi·ance \di-ˈfī-ən(t)s, dē-\
: a refusal to obey something or someone : the act of defying someone or something
Full Definition of DEFIANCE
1
: the act or an instance of defying : challenge
2
: disposition to resist : willingness to contend or fight
— in defiance of
: contrary to : despite <seemingly in defiance of the laws of physics>
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First Known Use of DEFIANCE
15th century
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defiance
noun de·fi·ance \di-ˈfī-əns\
Definition of DEFIANCE for Kids
1
: a refusal to obey <a defiance of the rule>
2
: a willingness to resist <Obedience school cured the dog of defiance.>
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