Defiance

usgb/dɪˈfaɪəns/
noun

Act of resisting or fighting against someone or something.

He showed a defiance to the unfair rules.
Visual representation of "defiance" - Act of resisting or fighting against someone or something.

Often appears as...

  • act of defiance
  • defiance of authority
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Non-Physical Fight

Defiance can describe non-violent resistance, such as protests or speech.

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Refusing to stand, her sit-in was an act of defiance.
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Negative Connotation

Defiance often suggests negativity and may portray a person as confrontational.

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His constant defiance made him seem uncooperative.
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Insubordinate Behavior

Defiance can refer to disobedience among people of lower rank towards superiors.

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The soldier's defiance to commands led to his demotion.
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