This is the 10764th most frequent Spanish word.
desafiaban
"Desafiaban" means "they challenged" or "they defied."
The phrase "desafiaban las normas" indicates that the young people were questioning or resisting established rules, showing a non-conformity or opposition.
Los jóvenes desafiaban las normas establecidas de la sociedad.
The young people were challenging the established norms of society.
"Desafiaban sus propios límites" demonstrates an introspective challenge, where people push against their own capacities or boundaries.
A medida que subía la montaña, desafiaban sus propios límites físicos.
As they ascended the mountain, they were challenging their own physical limits.
Here, "desafiaban tempestades" implies bravery and determination in facing natural obstacles and adversities.