adj Uncommon

defying

Defying (adj) means Openly resisting or refusing to obey. Example: “His defying attitude got him sent to the principal's office.”

adj

Openly resisting or refusing to obey.

"His defying attitude got him sent to the principal's office."

How to use defying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishActing in open resistance or refusal.

more defying comparative, most defying superlative

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His _____ attitude got him sent to the principal's office.

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What does “defying” mean?

The word “defying” means openly resisting or refusing to obey. In plain terms, acting in open resistance or refusal.

How do you use “defying” in a sentence?

Here is “defying” used in a sentence: “His defying attitude got him sent to the principal's office.”

What part of speech is “defying”?

“Defying” is an adjective.

Is “defying” a common word?

“Defying” is an uncommon word in modern English.