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re·sist·ant

resistant

 
 
pronunciation:
rih zI stnt
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: unwilling to accept that which is imposed upon one; giving resistance.
The invaders came, but the people were resistant and took up arms against them.Many people are resistant to change.
antonyms:
compliant, nonresistant, susceptible
similar words:
averse, negative, reluctant, repellent
definition 2: capable of withstanding the effects of something, at least to a fair degree (usu. fol. by "to").
This treated carpet is resistant to mold.She could see that he was handsome, but she remained resistant to his charms.
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derivation: resistantly (adv.)