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defy
(d/I/'f/aI/ )

noun (n)

  • A challenge.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • resist or confront with resistance(verb.stative)
    Synonym:
    hold, hold up, withstand
    source: wordnet30
  • elude, especially in a baffling way(verb.stative)
    Synonym:
    refuse, resist
    Antonym:
    apply, lend oneself
    source: wordnet30
  • challenge(verb.communication)
    Synonym:
    dare
    source: wordnet30
  • To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.(verb)
    source: webster1913

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