What is "defy" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "defy": resist or confront with resistance

Verb

Pronunciation in UK: /dɪˈfaɪ/

Meaning of "defy": elude, especially in a baffling way

Verb

Pronunciation in UK: /dɪˈfaɪ/

Meaning of "defy": challenge

Verb

Pronunciation in UK: /dɪˈfaɪ/

Synonyms:

resist, spurn, thwart, violate, withstand, confront, ridicule, elude, flout, ignore, oppose, disregard, provoke, mock, repulse, despise, brave, insult, slight, face, baffle, front, foil, repel, beard, stick, venture, defeat, scorn, gibe, contemn, dare, deride, hang tough, fly in face of, hurl defiance at, make my day, outdare, stick fast, take one on,

Antonyms:

aid, assist, praise, respect, note, attract, admire, hide, compliment, abet, give in, obey, surrender, help, flatter, pay attention, regard, like, love, give up, encourage, commend, yield,