Compliant and Contrary

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Compliant adjective - Readily giving in to the command or authority of another.

Usage example: a corrupt regime aided by a compliant press

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Contrary is an antonym for compliant.

Nearby Words: compliance, complied, compliancy

Contrary adjective - Engaging in or marked by childish misbehavior.

Usage example: a contrary child who wouldn't behave

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Compliant is an antonym for contrary.

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