How to Pronounce Defected

To pronounce "defected", say DEF-ect-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

DEF-ect-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “defected”

"defected" has 3 syllables: def-ect-ed. It rhymes with dejected and neglected, if that helps it stick.

What does defected mean?

verb

  1. To abandon or turn against; to cease or change one's loyalty, especially from a military organisation or political party.
  2. To desert one's army, to flee from combat.

Words that rhyme with defected

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dejectedneglectedunexpectedaffectedconnectedcollecteddisconnectedreflectedexpectedselectedrejectedprotected

Related words

faultshortcomingdesertblemishflawescapedfledleft

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defected"?▾

"Defected" has 3 syllables: def · ect · ed.

What does "defected" mean?▾

Defected: To abandon or turn against; to cease or change one's loyalty, especially from a military organisation or political party.

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