Words similar to defy

Example sentences for: defy

How can you use “defy” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

In many respects, our findings defy the conventional wisdom.
Meanwhile, Arafat continued to defy Israel's demands that he round up Islamic militants.
His words defy comprehension.
Command or suggestion to defy, disobey, disregard, reject the claims of--.
This is part of a much longer geographical list of foodstuffs which can be expanded to include some sublime candidates such as Turkish delight, French toast, Indian tonic water, chicken Maryland, and Tiger nuts, although the last might defy such easy categorization.