Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Defies.
Defies - as a verb
Resist or confront with resistance
Example: "The politician defied public opinion"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holdhold upwithstandHypernyms (Closely Related)
hold outresiststand firmwithstandHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Elude, especially in a baffling way
Example: "This behavior defies explanation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
refuseresistHypernyms (Closely Related)
eludeescapeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
lend oneselfDefies - as a noun
A challenge.
Example Sentences
"He defies authority and refuses to follow the rules."
"She defies the odds and always manages to come out on top."
"The athlete's performance defies expectations and astonishes the audience."
"The rebel group defies the government's orders and continues to fight."
"The artist's unique style defies traditional categorization."
Word Game Points
Is DEFIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is DEFIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is DEFIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defies is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
