Pronunciation: /dɪˈfaɪ/
noun a challenge or resistance
A1 She showed great bravery and defy in the face of danger.
A2 The young boy's defiance of the rules landed him in trouble.
B1 The athlete's defiance of the odds led to a surprising victory.
B2 The artist's work defies traditional categorization, blending multiple styles.
C1 The scientist's groundbreaking research defies conventional wisdom.
C2 The musician's innovative compositions defy easy classification, drawing from a wide range of influences.
verb to resist or challenge openly and boldly
A1 She defies her parents by staying out past curfew.
A2 The students defied the teacher's instructions and continued talking during the lesson.
B1 The protesters defied the government's orders and continued their demonstration.
B2 The athlete defied the odds and won the championship despite being injured.
C1 The artist defied traditional conventions in his latest exhibition, creating a truly unique experience for viewers.
C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research defied previously accepted theories, revolutionizing the field of physics.
formal The defendant's decision to defy the court order resulted in serious consequences.
informal She always defies her parents' rules and does whatever she wants.
slang I dare you to defy the teacher and sneak out of class.
figurative Despite the odds, he continued to defy the limits of what was thought possible.
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