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Comparative
more contumacious
Superlative
most contumacious
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openly defiant of rules, orders, or control
- Contumacious tenants ignored eviction notices and continued to occupy the property.
- His contumacious attitude made him a constant challenge for his superiors.
- The protestors were labeled contumacious for ignoring the curfew.
- She remained contumacious despite repeated warnings from school officials.
- The soldier's contumacious behavior led to disciplinary action.