/dɪˈfeɪn(t)s/ DEF-uh-n(t)s

Definitions

1. noun

open resistance or contempt, typically of an authority or convention

“The protesters’ defiance of the government’s new law sparked widespread protests.”

2. noun

a feeling of determination not to do something

“Her defiance to give up on her dreams motivated her to keep trying.”

3. noun

the act of challenging or resisting an authority, convention, or rule

“The artist’s defiance of societal norms led to a major controversy.”