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Defy

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Meanings of Defy

Verb

  • To challenge someone or something.
  • To refuse to obey.
  • To not follow rules or patterns.
  • To reject or refuse something.

Noun

  • A challenge.

Explanation of the word: Defy

Defy means to not listen to someone or something. Like when you don't do what your teacher says.

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Translations for the word: Defy

hindi
विरोध करना

virodh karna

चुनौती देना

chunauti dena

नकारना

nakarna

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Defy

What does 'defy' mean?
To 'defy' means to challenge or resist something, like when someone refuses to follow a rule or stands up against something.
How do you pronounce 'defy'?
You pronounce 'defy' like this: dee-fye.
What is the origin of the word 'defy'?
The word 'defy' comes from the Latin word 'defiare', which means to challenge or to refuse.
What is the meaning of 'defy' in Hindi?
The word 'defy' in Hindi is 'अवज्ञा करना' (Avagya Karna).