SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Rare

defying

The correct spelling is defying.

How to pronounce defying

verb

Say it like: Deei-ng

The correct spelling is defying. To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition). For example: "to defy an enemy;   to defy the power of a magistrate;   to defy the arguments of an opponent;   to defy public opinion"

Usage Examples

to defy an enemy;   to defy the power of a magistrate;   to defy the arguments of an opponent;   to defy public opinion

If you defy your teacher you may end up in detention.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
  2. 2.To refuse to obey.
  3. 3.To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.
  4. 4.To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples