How Do You Spell DEFYING?

Pronunciation: [dɪfˈa͡ɪɪŋ] (IPA)

Defying is spelled with a "y" instead of "ie" because it follows the rule of changing the "ie" to "y" when adding a suffix if the base word ends in a consonant "y". Therefore, the "i" in "defy" changes to "y" when the suffix "-ing" is added. The IPA phonetic transcription for "defying" is /dɪˈfaɪɪŋ/, with the stress on the second syllable and the final "-ing" pronounced as /ɪŋ/.

DEFYING Meaning and Definition

  1. Defying is a verb that refers to the act of boldly opposing or resisting someone or something, often in the face of authority or established rules. It involves openly challenging or going against what is expected, accepted, or demanded.

    When someone defies, they deliberately go against the beliefs, norms, or commands that are commonly or legally upheld. They may exhibit disobedience or noncompliance, refusing to conform to a particular expectation or order. This behavior often requires courage and strength, as those who defy may face consequences or backlash from those they oppose.

    Defying can involve acts of rebellion, insubordination, or defiance against individuals, systems, or ideologies. It can be seen as a form of resistance aimed at disrupting existing power structures or questioning and expressing disagreement with prevailing beliefs or practices.

    Instances of defying can be found in various contexts, such as politics, relationships, social movements, or personal choices. Examples include civil rights movements that defy racial discrimination, individuals defying societal norms to pursue their own identities, or artists defying traditional artistic conventions to create innovative and provocative works.

    Overall, defying represents an act of intentional opposition, resistance, or disobedience aimed at challenging established norms, rules, or authority.

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Etymology of DEFYING

The word "defying" is a present participle form of the verb "defy". The etymology of "defy" traces back to the Old French word "defier", which itself can be traced further to the Late Latin word "disfidare" or "disfide", meaning "disavow" or "renounce". This Late Latin word was constructed by combining the prefix "dis-" (meaning "away" or "apart") with the noun "fides", meaning "faith" or "trust". Ultimately, the origin can be linked to the Latin word "fidere", which means "to trust" or "to have confidence in". Thus, "defying" refers to the act of openly resisting or refusing to comply with someone or something, often challenging expectations or authority.

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Conjugate verb Defying

CONDITIONAL

I would defy
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he/she/it would defy
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FUTURE

I will defy
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they will defy

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have defied
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PAST

I defied
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PAST PERFECT

I had defied
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PRESENT

I defy
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PRESENT PERFECT

I have defied
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I am defying
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