Definition

A person who challenges or opposes something, especially authority or tradition.

Example

She is a defier of conventional norms, always pushing for change.

Conversation

I admire how she's such a defier of societal norms.

Yeah, she really challenges the status quo.

It takes a lot of courage to be a defier like that.

Absolutely, not everyone can stand up for what they believe in.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Defier → It is formed from "defy" (from Old French *defier*, meaning to challenge or resist) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A defier is a person who challenges or resists authority or norms.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'challenges' ('defy') and the '-er' just means a person. A defier is someone who stands up against something.

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