The difference between Defy and Oppose

When used as verbs, defy means to challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition), whereas oppose means to attempt to stop the progression of.

Defy is also noun with the meaning: a challenge.

check bellow for the other definitions of Defy and Oppose

  1. Defy as a noun (obsolete):

    A challenge.

    Examples:

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  1. Defy as a verb (transitive):

    To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).

    Examples:

    "to defy an enemy; to defy the power of a magistrate; to defy the arguments of an opponent; to defy public opinion"

  2. Defy as a verb (transitive):

    To refuse to obey.

    Examples:

    "If you defy your teacher you may end up in detention."

  3. Defy as a verb:

    To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.

  4. Defy as a verb (transitive, obsolete):

    To renounce or dissolve all bonds of affiance, faith, or obligation with; to reject, refuse, or renounce.

  1. Oppose as a verb:

    To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against; to confront; to resist; to withstand.

    Examples:

    "to oppose the king in battle; to oppose a bill in Congress"

    "There is still time to oppose this plan."

  2. Oppose as a verb:

    To object to.

    Examples:

    "Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans."

  3. Oppose as a verb:

    To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

    Examples:

    "They are opposed to any form of hierarchy."

  4. Oppose as a verb:

    To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

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