defiance
gb/dɪfˈaɪəns/ us/dɪfˈaɪəns/
B2
Anh
~ 5100
Các nghĩa
0 nghĩa
Danh từ
B2
state
1
open refusal to obey rules
Behavior that shows you clearly refuse to follow a rule, order, or person in power.
Mẫu sử dụng:
defiance of [rule/authority]
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes say *defiance to* or *defiance against*; the usual pattern is *defiance of* (e.g. *defiance of the law*). They may also confuse the noun *defiance* with the verb *defy* (e.g. saying *he defiance the law* instead of *he defies the law*), or mix it up with *defence/defense* or *deficiency*, which are unrelated words.
Từ đồng nghĩa
resistance (More general; may be physical or mental, and not always openly disobedient.)
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disobedience (Focuses on not following rules or orders, without necessarily highlighting boldness.)
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insubordination (Formal, often used in workplaces or the military for refusing to obey a superior.)
Từ trái nghĩa
obedience (Stresses following rules or orders without resisting.)
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compliance (Focuses on doing what is asked or required, often in a formal or legal context.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
in defiance of
|open defiance
|act of defiance
|show of defiance
|symbol of defiance
|stand in defiance
Chủ đề
emotions
|society
|law
|conflict
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- The protest was an act of open defiance against the new law.
- Her refusal to sit down was clear defiance of the teacher's order.
- The workers' strike showed open defiance of company policy.
- Burning the flag in public was seen as a powerful act of defiance.
- They continued to publish the article in defiance of the court ruling.
Ví dụ cho người học
- The students showed defiance when they walked out of class.
- His defiance of the rules made the coach angry.
- She spoke in defiance of her parents' warning.
- The march was an act of defiance against the government.
- They met in defiance of the city curfew.
Danh từ
B2
property
2
proud, challenging attitude toward authority
A strong, proud feeling or way of acting that shows you will not follow or accept what someone wants.
Mẫu sử dụng:
a look of defiance on [someone]'s face
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes confuse *defiance* (the noun) with the adjective *defiant* (e.g. saying *she was full of defiant* instead of *she was full of defiance*). They may also think *defiance* means simple anger; in this sense it specifically includes a proud refusal to give in, not just being angry.
Từ đồng nghĩa
rebelliousness (Highlights a general tendency to resist control or rules, especially in young people.)
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boldness (Stresses courage and lack of fear, not always against authority specifically.)
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stubbornness (Emphasizes refusal to change or give in, but not always in a proud or brave way.)
Từ trái nghĩa
submissiveness (Suggests a willing or passive readiness to accept control or authority.)
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meekness (Describes a gentle, quiet, and easily controlled attitude, the opposite of proud resistance.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
teenage defiance
|quiet defiance
|look of defiance
|eyes full of defiance
|air of defiance
|with defiance
Chủ đề
emotions
|personality
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- He met their threats with calm defiance.
- There was a look of defiance in her eyes as she faced the crowd.
- Teenage defiance can put a lot of stress on parents.
- She folded her arms in silent defiance and said nothing.
- His crooked smile was full of defiance, not fear.
Ví dụ cho người học
- The child stared at his father in defiance.
- There was clear defiance on her face.
- He spoke with quiet defiance.
- I could hear her defiance in her voice.
- Teenage defiance is difficult for many parents.
Ngữ pháp
Cách diễn đạt
act of defiance
1/ˈækt əv dɪfˈaɪəns/
fixed phrase
single openly resistant action
A specific action that clearly shows someone refuses to obey or accept authority.
Ví dụ
- The letter was a small but important act of defiance.
- Tearing up the fine in front of the officer was an act of defiance.
- Painting the slogan on the wall was her first act of defiance.
gesture of defiance
1/d͡ʒˈɛst͡ʃɚ əv dɪfˈaɪəns/
fixed phrase
small action showing resistance
A small, often symbolic action that shows someone refuses to accept or obey something.
Ví dụ
- Raising their fists was a clear gesture of defiance.
- Refusing to stand was his quiet gesture of defiance.
- Leaving her hair uncovered was a simple gesture of defiance.
in defiance of
1/ˈɪn dɪfˈaɪəns əv/
fixed phrase
openly not obeying something
Used to say that someone does something even when a rule, law, or person says they must not do it.
Ví dụ
- They continued the meeting in defiance of the official ban.
- The company released the report in defiance of the court order.
- She walked out of the room in defiance of her manager.
out of defiance
1/ˈaʊt əv dɪfˈaɪəns/
fixed phrase
because of a desire to resist
Because someone wants to show they will not obey or accept what others want.
Ví dụ
- He dyed his hair bright green out of defiance.
- She stayed out late purely out of defiance, not for fun.
- They voted against the plan out of defiance, not because they disliked it.
stand in defiance of
1/stˈænd ˈɪn dɪfˈaɪəns əv/
fixed phrase
remain while openly resisting
To stay firm in your position or beliefs while clearly refusing to obey a law, order, or person.
Ví dụ
- The community continues to stand in defiance of the new regulations.
- The monument stands in defiance of those who tried to erase their culture.
- They chose to stand in defiance of the court's decision.