Defiant

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dɪ'faɪ(j)É™nt/
• US IPA: /dɪˈfaɪənt/
• Rhymes: -aɪənt

Origin

French défiant, from the verb défier

Full definition of defiant

Adjective

1. Defying.
2. Boldly resisting opposition.
• 2013 June 18, Simon Romero, "Protests Widen as Brazilians Chide Leaders," New York Times (retrieved 21 June 2013)But the demonstrators remained defiant, pouring into the streets by the thousands and venting their anger over political corruption, the high cost of living and huge public spending for the World Cup and the Olympics.

Synonyms

• dareful
• rebellious

Antonyms

• docile, obedient, submissive
• dominant

Anagrams

• fainted