Is there any difference between défi and défiance?

Winston K.C1Kwiziq community member

Is there any difference between défi and défiance?

I just knew the word défi. And I would imagine the word comes from défiance. Is there any difference between these two words? Thank you.

Asked 4 years ago
Jim J.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

Défiance  --> distrust, mistrust, disapproval

Défi  -->  challenge, defiance (in the sense of provocation)

Is there any difference between défi and défiance?

I just knew the word défi. And I would imagine the word comes from défiance. Is there any difference between these two words? Thank you.

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