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DEFY

Definition:

[verb] resist or confront with resistance; "The politician defied public opinion"; "The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear"; "The bridge held"
Synonyms: withstand, hold, hold up
[verb] elude, especially in a baffling way; "This behavior defies explanation"
Synonyms: resist, refuse
[verb] challenge; "I dare you!"
Synonyms: dare