(par-ried) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. 1 to ward off or deflect a blow; the thrust of a sword; 2.to avoid or turn aside

Example Sentence

He parried every attempt to probe into his private life.

Synonyms

block; deflect; fence

Antonyms

aid; help

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Rhymes

  • buried
  • ferried
  • harried
  • married
  • parried
  • varied

  • remarried
  • unmarried