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(par-ried) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to deflect or ward off a blow or attack.

Example Sentence

He parried every attempt to probe into his private life.

More Example Sentences

He quickly parried the attack with skill.

Synonyms

deflected; avoided; blocked

Antonyms

aid; help

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Rhymes

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

  • remarried
  • unmarried
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