How to Say "defiant" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “defiant” is “rebelde” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1
showing refusal to obey
Examples
Mi hijo adolescente es muy rebelde y nunca escucha.
My teenage son is very rebellious and never listens.
Siempre tengo el pelo rebelde por la mañana, no importa lo que haga.
I always have unruly hair in the morning, no matter what I do.
La decisión del país fue un acto rebelde contra las normas internacionales.
The country's decision was a rebellious act against international norms.
Adjective Form Stays the Same
Unlike many Spanish adjectives, 'rebelde' does not change its ending based on gender. It works for both male and female nouns: 'el chico rebelde' and 'la chica rebelde'.
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