Sekirov Dictionary

defy

/dɪˈfaɪ/

verb 4
noun 1
forms 5

verb4

•
To refuse to obey.
- If you defy your teacher you may end up in detention.
To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.
•
To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
- I once again / Defie thee to the trial of mortal fight. — 1671
•
(no longer used) To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.
- For thee I have defied my constant mistress. — 1603

noun1

•
(no longer used) A challenge.
- And, safe intrench'd within, her foes without defies — 1687

forms

defied · defying · defies · defieth · defiest

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