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defy convention
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to act in a way that is different from what is generally accepted or expected.

Meanings

to act in a way that is different from what is generally accepted or expected.

The artist defied convention by using unconventional materials in her sculptures.

Synonyms

break the moldchallenge normsgo against the grain

Antonyms

conformadhere to normsfollow tradition

to resist or refuse to follow established customs or practices.

He defied convention by wearing sneakers to the formal event.

Synonyms

rebel againstopposedisregard

Antonyms

complyobeysubmit

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:55