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defiance

noun

A defiant act

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
D
Ends with
E
Contains
EF
Scrabble score
14
CEFR level
C1

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Pronunciation

dɪˈfaɪ(j)əns

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noun

  1. A defiant act

noun

  1. Intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude

noun

  1. A hostile challenge

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