Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contumacious
adjective
/ˌkɒn.tjuˈmeɪ.ʃəs/
Definition
Refusing to obey or show respect for authority; rebellious.
Examples
- The contumacious student was often reprimanded for ignoring the teacher’s instructions.
- Her contumacious remarks during the meeting created tension among the team members.
- The defendant was labeled as contumacious for failing to comply with the court’s orders.
Meaning
Contumacious refers to a person’s attitude or behavior that is defiant and unapologetically resistant to authority.
Synonyms
- rebellious
- defiant
- disobedient
- insubordinate
- unruly
