Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
act-of-defiance
noun
/ˌækt əv dɪˈfaɪəns/
Definition
A deliberate act or statement that openly challenges or resists authority, control, or a prevailing norm.
Examples
- His refusal to follow the dress code was an act-of-defiance against the school’s rules.
- The protest was a collective act-of-defiance against governmental policies.
- She viewed her decision to speak out as an act-of-defiance in the face of injustice.
Meaning
An act-of-defiance is an expression of opposition to established rules or expectations, typically done in a bold and assertive manner.
Synonyms
- rebellion
- resistance
- challenge
- defiance
- opposition
