VocabJLPT N1
Defection
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb
Definitions
- 1. fleeing from one's country
- 2. seeking asylum
- 3. Defection
Example sentences
Sentence 1
My friend half-jokingly said, "If I defect, I'll change my name too."
Sentence 2
At the international law seminar, we learned about "the duty to protect defectors."
Sentence 3
My mom was at the door, shocked — "Apparently your friend fled the country!"
Sentence 4
Hey, do you really think it's okay to just call someone who fled their country a traitor?
Sentence 5
After dinner, my younger brother asked, "What would you do if your favorite celebrity defected?"