How to Pronounce "defied"
word
dɪˈfaɪd
di-FYD
dɪfˈaɪd
dif-FYD
Definition
Did not obey a rule, order, or expectation; openly resisted or challenged authority or something considered normal.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈfaɪd
British English
dɪfˈaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FYD
UK
dif-FYD
Listen in Context
She defied her teacher's instructions.
He defied the law by crossing the border.
The team defied expectations and won the game.
Against all odds, she defied her illness and recovered.