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Meaning of word defy from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

defy verb

Meaning : Resist or confront with resistance.

Example : The politician defied public opinion.
The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear.
The bridge held.

Synonyms : hold, hold up, withstand

Meaning : Elude, especially in a baffling way.

Example : This behavior defies explanation.

Synonyms : refuse, resist

Be applicable to. As to an analysis.

This theory lends itself well to our new data.
apply, lend oneself

Meaning : Challenge.

Example : I dare you!.

Synonyms : dare

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A criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it.

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Native to South America. Widely cultivated in many varieties.

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Indian statesman and leader with Gandhi in the struggle for home rule. Was the first prime minister of the Republic of India from 1947 to 1964 (1889-1964).

polysemous (adjective)
Of words. Having many meanings.

nehru (noun)
Indian statesman and leader with Gandhi in the struggle for home rule. Was the first prime minister of the Republic of India from 1947 to 1964 (1889-1964).

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Native to South America. Widely cultivated in many varieties.

telugu (noun)
A member of the people in southeastern India (Andhra Pradesh) who speak the Telugu language.

good (noun)
Benefit.

tomato (noun)
Mildly acid red or yellow pulpy fruit eaten as a vegetable.

politics (noun)
Social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power.

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