How to Pronounce "defiled"
word
[dɪˈfaɪ(jə)ɫd]
di-FYLD
dɪfˈaɪld
di-FYLD
Definition
Something that is 'defiled' has been made dirty, impure, or disrespectful, especially in a moral or religious sense.
IPA Transcription
American English
[dɪˈfaɪ(jə)ɫd]
British English
dɪfˈaɪld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FYLD
UK
di-FYLD
Listen in Context
The ancient temple was defiled by graffiti.
He felt his reputation was defiled by the rumors.
The river was defiled by toxic waste.
Many believe the battlefield remains defiled by the violence that happened there.