To pronounce "defied", say DEF-ied — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"defied" has 2 syllables: def-ied. It rhymes with abide and stride, if that helps it stick.
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“to defy an enemy; to defy the power of a magistrate; to defy the arguments of an opponent; to defy public opinion”
“If you defy your teacher you may end up in detention.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Defied" has 2 syllables: def · ied.
Defied: To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
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