defy
/dɪˈfaɪ/verb
Middle School
1
To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
2
To refuse to obey.
3
To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.
4
To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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