권위나 법, 관습 등에 공공연하게 저항하거나 따르지 않다.
To openly resist or refuse to obey a person, law, or custom.
예문:
"The young officer chose to defy his superior's orders to protect the civilians."
"Many artists defy traditional techniques to create something entirely new."
사물이 너무 복잡하거나 뛰어나서 설명, 묘사, 해결 등이 불가능하게 만들다.
To be of such a nature that a particular action or description is impossible.
예문:
"The logic behind his sudden disappearance continues to defy explanation."
"The ancient ruins defy the passage of time, remaining remarkably intact."
상대방이 어떤 일을 해내지 못할 것이라고 믿고 해보라고 도전하거나 부추기다.
To challenge someone to do something that you believe they cannot do.
예문:
"I defy anyone to prove that my client was at the scene of the crime."
"She stared back at the bully, defying him to say another word."