Definition von defiant

Häufigkeit

defiant

(dɪfaɪənt )

Adjektiv

If you say that someone is defiant, you mean they show aggression or independence by refusing to obey someone.

The players are in defiant mood as they prepare for tomorrow's game.

Despite the risk of suspension, he remained defiant.

Synonyme:resisting, challenging, rebellious, daring Weitere Synonyme von defiant

defiantly Adverb [usually ADVERB with verb]

They defiantly rejected any talk of a compromise.

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Häufigkeit

defiant in American

(diˈfaɪɛnt ; dēfīˈent; dɪˈfaɪənt ; difīˈənt)

Adjektiv

full of defiance; openly and boldly resisting

Abgeleitete Formen

defiantly (deˈfiantly)

Adverb

Wortherkunft von defiant

Fr défiant, prp. of défier

Häufigkeit

defiant in British

(dɪˈfaɪənt )

Adjektiv

marked by resistance or bold opposition, as to authority; challenging

Abgeleitete Formen

defiantly (deˈfiantly)

Adverb

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