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defiance in Latin

defiance in Latin is contumācia — defiance means open, bold resistance to authority or opposition.

defiance in Latin

contumācia
noun
The feeling, or spirit of being defiant.

What does "defiance" mean?

  1. noun Open, bold resistance to authority or opposition.
    "The protesters marched in open defiance of the curfew."
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defiance in a sentence

  • The protesters marched in open defiance of the curfew.
  • Her defiance in the face of criticism impressed her colleagues.

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What is "defiance" in Latin?

"defiance" in Latin is contumācia. defiance means: Open, bold resistance to authority or opposition.

How do you use "defiance" in a sentence?

Example: "The protesters marched in open defiance of the curfew." In Latin, "defiance" is contumācia.

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