defiant
/dɪˈfaɪ.ənt/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6815 in the learning path
公然反抗的；不服从的
Definitions
adj. Openly refusing to obey someone or accept their authority
公然反抗的；不服从的
Example
The defiant child folded her arms and refused to leave.
那个不肯听话的孩子抱着双臂，拒绝离开。
Residents remained defiant when officials proposed closing the community centre, organising peaceful gatherings to oppose the decision.
官员提议关闭社区中心时，居民仍不肯屈服，组织和平集会反对这一决定。
Collocations
- a defiant attitude
- remain defiant
- a defiant gesture
Word family
- defy (v.)
- defiance (n.)
- defiantly (adv.)
Synonyms
- rebellious
- disobedient
Antonyms
- obedient
- compliant
Usage tip
核心是不服从权威，不只是说话无礼。
FAQ
- What does defiant mean?
- Openly refusing to obey someone or accept their authority
- How is defiant pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈfaɪ.ənt/, US /dɪˈfaɪ.ənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
