Pronunciation

/rɪˈzɪstənt/

Definitions

Noun

• A noun referring to resistance: The ability to withstand or oppose something, typically force, pressure, or change. For example: “The new material is highly resistant to water damage.”
• A noun denoting immunity or tolerance: The state of being immune to a disease or unaffected by a particular condition. For example: “The bacteria have developed antibiotic resistance.”

Verb

• To resist: To withstand or oppose forcefully, typically an action or influence. For example: “She was able to resist the temptation to eat sweets.”
• To be resistant: To not easily give in or comply with a suggestion or demand. For example: “The child is quite resistant to learning a new skill.”

Phrases

• “Resistant to”: Expressing the ability to withstand or be unaffected by something. For example: “The plants are resistant to pests.”
• “Chemical resistance”: The ability to withstand certain chemicals. For example: “This paint is known for its chemical resistance.”
• “Psychological resistance”: The act of opposing or resisting change in thoughts or behavior. For example: “He showed strong psychological resistance to therapy.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The bacteria’s antibiotic resistance made treatment challenging.”
• Verb: “The gardener was careful to cultivate plants resistant to drought.”
• Adjective: “The soldiers were trained to show physical and mental resistance in battle.”

Synonyms

• Immune
• Impervious
• Unyielding
• Tenacious
• Resilient
• Unaffected
• Unassailable