Associations to the word «Defy»
Noun
- Gravity
- Odds
- Stereotype
- Expectation
- Comprehension
- Defiance
- Ban
- Stunt
- Taboo
- Edict
- Disobedience
- Dare
- Ingenuity
- Logic
- Ajax
- Malice
- Prediction
- Fiend
- Decency
- Tyrant
- Overlord
- Boycott
- Norm
- Protester
- Ultimatum
- Prometheus
- Genre
- Injunction
- Courage
- Explanation
- Contempt
- Nazis
- Convention
- Foe
- Segregation
- Physic
- Authority
- Directive
- Wrath
- Whip
- Flying
- Valour
- Quaker
- Willingness
- Propriety
- Peril
- Insisting
- Buddhist
- Sulla
- Fate
- Executioner
- Spit
- Scorn
- Disregard
- Manhood
- Chivalry
- Imagination
- Zeta
- Vitality
Adjective
Wiktionary
DEFY, noun. (obsolete) A challenge.
DEFY, verb. To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.
DEFY, verb. To challenge (someone) to do something difficult.
DEFY, verb. To refuse to obey.
DEFY, verb. To not conform to or follow a pattern or certain set of rules.
Dictionary definition
DEFY, verb. Resist or confront with resistance; "The politician defied public opinion"; "The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear"; "The bridge held".
DEFY, verb. Elude, especially in a baffling way; "This behavior defies explanation".
DEFY, verb. Challenge; "I dare you!".
Wise words
Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your
words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they
become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your
character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.