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de⋅fi⋅ant

  [di-fahy-uhnt]
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–adjective
characterized by defiance; boldly resistant or challenging: a defiant attitude.
Origin:
1830–40; < F défiant, OF, prp. of defier to defy; see -ant

Related forms:
de⋅fi⋅ant⋅ly, adverb
de⋅fi⋅ant⋅ness, noun

Synonyms:
insubordinate, contumacious, refractory, recalcitrant, rebellious, insolent; daring.

Antonyms:
obedient.
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de·fi·ant   (dĭ-fī'ənt)   
adj.  Marked by defiance; boldly resisting.
de·fi'ant·ly adv.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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