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contumaciously

 

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Adverbial contumaciously has 1 sense
  1. rebelliously, contumaciously, defiantly - in a rebellious manner; "he rejected her words rebelliously"
    Derived from adjective contumacious1

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Contumaciously

Definition:

Contumaciously is an adverb that describes an action or behavior characterized by defiance, stubbornness, or rebelliousness in the face of authority or discipline.

Usage:

1. Popular Usage:

In popular usage, contumaciously is often used to describe someone acting in a defiant or obstinate manner, refusing to conform or obey established rules or norms.

Example sentence:

Despite numerous warnings, the student contumaciously continued to disrupt the class by speaking loudly and refusing to follow instructions.

2. Local Usage:

In a local context, contumaciously may refer to regional or culturally specifc acts of defiance or disobedience.

Example sentence:

The local community fiercely defends their traditions and contumaciously resist any attempts to impose outside influences.

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