Find Synonyms

defiant Synonyms

Another word for defiant

Choosing another word for defiant that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Showing bold resistance, open disobedience, or refusal to submit to authority or opposition.

Usage Example

"The protesters remained rebellious despite the mayor's warning to clear the square."

Strongest
rebellious
insubordinate
recalcitrant
Strong
intractable
uncooperative
disobedient
mutinous
refractory
unruly
resistant

Opposites of defiant

The opposite of defiant shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

obedient
submissive
compliant
docile
yielding
tractable
cooperative
acquiescent
See all opposites of defiant

• Nearby Words

deferred
deffo
defiance
defiant
defiantly
defibrillator
deficiency

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Defiant. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/defiant
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.