Definitions

in defiance of

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All (2) Adverb (1) Preposition (1)

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counter adv.
despite prep.

ADVERB

counter

Synonyms

STRONG

opposite

WEAK

against at variance with contrarily contrariwise conversely versus

Antonyms

WEAK

equally same similarly

PREPOSITION

despite

Synonyms

STRONGEST

in spite of regardless of

WEAK

against although even though even with in contempt of in the face of notwithstanding undeterred by

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in defiance of

The album revels in baser instincts too, almost in defiance of the sweetly bashful “Bad Habit.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026

Chiarella takes time between bouts of danger to show affection and intimacy that, in defiance of teen-slasher formula, isn’t immediately penalized with sadism.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026

SEOUL—North Korea’s uranium-enrichment capacity could soon expand by 75% once a new facility reaches full production, a clear signal that leader Kim Jong Un intends to expand his arsenal in defiance of international pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026

The new government formed by Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in defiance of his powerful sacked prime minister can overcome potential efforts by his estranged ally to block its reforms, analysts say.

From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026

So many, so clearly acting in defiance of the Capitol.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins

in defiance of

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