Defection Meaning

/dɪˈfɛkʃən/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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Definition

nounAn act or incidence of defecting.

Sentence Examples

My government continues to treat dissent as defection.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:
desertion abandonment
Antonyms:
None
CEFR Practice Quiz
The soldier's sudden ____ to the enemy side shocked his entire unit.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
My government continues to treat dissent as ____.

Word Origin & History

From Latin dēfectiō (stem dēfectiōn-).

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The soldier's sudden ____ to the enemy side shocked his entire unit.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
My government continues to treat dissent as ____.

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