Synonyms of defiant

Adjective

1. defiant (vs. compliant), noncompliant, insubordinate, resistant, resistive, obstreperous, recalcitrant, disobedient, insubordinate, intractable, unmanageable#2, difficult, unwilling

usage: boldly resisting authority or an opposing force; "brought up to be aggressive and defiant"; "a defiant attitude"

Definition and meaning of defiant (Dictionary)