Synonyms for

Resists

Verb / rɪˈzɪsts / / ri:ˈzɪsts / / rɪˈzɪs / / ri:ˈzɪs / Another word for resists — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to oppose or withstand something

Synonyms & similar words

standfirm stand lendoneself fend withstand dissent resist defy holdout protest balk baulk reject jib refuse surrender oppose defy withstand fight contradict dispute protest object refuse rebel deny combat confront challenge thwart endure counter repel

Example sentences

  1. He resists going to bed early.
  2. She resists peer pressure to smoke.
  3. The building resists strong winds.
  4. The athlete resists fatigue and keeps running.
  5. The student resists the urge to cheat on the test.

Quotes

  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Confucius
  • The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will. - Vince Lombardi

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