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Antonyms for Defiance

1. Noun: Complacency

Definition: A feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements.

Example Sentence: She displayed complacency, accepting her mistake without hesitation.

2. Noun: Obedience

Definition: The act or practice of following instructions or guidance from authority.

Example Sentence: The students showed obedience by promptly completing the assigned tasks.

3. Noun: Submission

Definition: The act of surrendering power or yielding to authority or control.

Example Sentence: The defeated army was forced into submission by the conquering forces.

4. Adjective: Compliant

Definition: Willing to comply with orders, requests, or demands; submissive.

Example Sentence: The employees were compliant, adhering to the company's strict guidelines.

5. Adjective: Submissive

Definition: Ready to conform to the authority or will of others; meekly obedient or passive.

Example Sentence: The submissive dog eagerly followed its owner's commands.