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Meaning of Defying
The primary meaning of the word "Defying" is to refuse to obey or comply with something.
Etymology of Defying
The word "Defying" originates from the Old French word "desfier", which means "to challenge" or "to provoke", and is derived from the Latin words "dis" (meaning "opposite" or "against") and "fidus" (meaning "faith" or "trust")
Historically, the word has been used to describe acts of rebellion, disobedience, or noncompliance, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to resistance and challenge
Synonyms
resisting
challenging
rebelling
disobeying
refusing
denying
opposing
protesting
revolting
rioting
striking
demonstrating
boycotting
noncomplying
dissenting
disagreeing
objecting
contradicting
opposing
withstanding
confronting
defying
spurning
repudiating
rejecting
renouncing
spiting
snubbing
thwarting
foiling
frustrating
hindering
obstructing
impeding
blocking
resisting
repelling
rebuffing
Definitions
- To refuse to obey or comply with something
- * To challenge or resist something, especially a person or group in authority
- * To do something that shows you do not agree with or accept something
Usage Examples
- The protesters were defying the curfew imposed by the government
- * She defied her parents' wishes and got a tattoo
- * The company is defying the industry trend by investing in sustainable energy