How to Pronounce Defeasance

To pronounce "defeasance", say DEF-eas-anc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪˈfiːzəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈfiːzəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “defeasance”

"defeasance" has 4 syllables: def-eas-anc-e. It rhymes with malfeasance and feasance, if that helps it stick.

What does defeasance mean?

noun

  1. Destruction, defeat, overthrow.
  2. The rendering void of a contract or deed; an annulment or abrogation.

verb

  1. To void; to annul.

Words that rhyme with defeasance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

malfeasancefeasance

Related words

defeatdefeaturedefeaterdecaydestroyaldefacementdeforcerdowncast

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defeasance"?▾

"Defeasance" has 4 syllables: def · eas · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "defeasance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "defeasance" is /dɪˈfiːzəns/.

What does "defeasance" mean?▾

Defeasance: Destruction, defeat, overthrow.

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