How to Pronounce "defiance"
word
dɪˈfaɪəns
di-FY-uhns
dɪfˈaɪəns
di-FY-uhns
Definition
Refusal to obey rules, laws, or people in authority, often shown openly; bold resistance.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈfaɪəns
British English
dɪfˈaɪəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FY-uhns
UK
di-FY-uhns
Listen in Context
His defiance surprised the teacher.
They acted in defiance of the law.
Her defiance was clear in her eyes.
With a look of defiance, he refused to apologize.