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contumacy
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contumacy
noun
/ˈkɒn.tjʊ.mə.si/
contumacious
contumely
Meaning
stubborn refusal to obey authority
Example Sentences
His
contumacy
led to his suspension from the council.
Synonyms
defiance, insubordination, rebellion, disobedience
Antonyms
obedience, compliance, submission
Collocations
act of contumacy, display contumacy, punished for contumacy
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