Contumacious

/ˌkɑːntuˈmeɪʃəs/

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Negative Connotation

Usually suggests a person's negative and stubborn behavior towards authority.

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Her contumacious refusal to follow the rules got her in trouble.

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Strong Disobedience

Highlights extreme refusal to obey, more intense than just non-compliance.

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Despite repeated warnings, his contumacious behavior continued.

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Potential Consequences

Using 'contumacious' implies there might be consequences for the defiance shown.

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The contumacious student faced suspension for his actions.

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ContraryDefiantDisobedientInsubordinateObstinateRebelliousStubbornUnruly

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