contumacious

[US]/ˌkɒntjʊˈmeɪʃəs/
[UK]/ˌkɑːn.təˈmeɪ.ʃəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.refusing to obey authority; rebellious against court orders

Phrases & Collocations

contumacious behavior

contumacious attitude

contumacious defendant

contumacious witness

contumacious conduct

contumacious response

contumacious party

contumacious remarks

contumacious individual

contumacious actions

Example Sentences

the contumacious student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.

her contumacious attitude during the meeting frustrated everyone.

the contumacious defendant ignored the court's orders.

despite warnings, his contumacious behavior continued.

the contumacious child refused to do his homework.

her contumacious nature often led to conflicts with her peers.

the government faced challenges from contumacious citizens.

his contumacious remarks during the discussion were unwelcome.

the contumacious employee was warned about his conduct.

contumacious individuals often resist authority.

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