defiance

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   The feeling, or spirit of being defiant.
2. 2
   Open or bold resistance to or disregard for authority, opposition, or power; refusing to give up.
3. 3
   A challenging attitude or behaviour; challenge.

Proper noun

1. 1
   A small city in Shelby County, Iowa, United States.
2. 2
   An unincorporated community in Perry County, Kentucky, United States.
3. 3
   An unincorporated community in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States.
4. 4
   A former community in Worth County, Missouri.
5. 5
   A city, the county seat of Defiance County, Ohio, United States. Named after Fort Defiance.
6. 6
   An unincorporated community and census-designated place in Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States.