noun
defection
dih-FEHK-shuhn
Defection (noun) means the act of abandoning one's country, party, or cause for an opposing one. Example: “His defection to the rival party shocked his colleagues.”
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The act of abandoning one's country, party, or cause for an opposing one.
"His defection to the rival party shocked his colleagues."
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- Plural
- defections
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Etymology
From Latin dēfectiō, built on the same root as "defect."
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Rhymes for defection
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “defection” mean?
The word “defection” means the act of abandoning one's country, party, or cause for an opposing one.
How do you pronounce “defection”?
“Defection” is pronounced dih-FEHK-shuhn (/dɪˈfɛkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “defection” in a sentence?
Here is “defection” used in a sentence: “His defection to the rival party shocked his colleagues.”
What part of speech is “defection”?
“Defection” is a noun.
Where does the word “defection” come from?
The word “defection” comes from Latin. From Latin dēfectiō, built on the same root as "defect.".
